Veteran star Adam Thomson set to bring up 100th Super Rugby appearance in Chiefs clash against Blues
Former All Blacks loose forward Adam Thomson is primed to make his 100th Super Rugby appearance this weekend.
Alex McLeod
24 Jul 2020, 0:14
Contributors
Alex McLeod
@alexmcleod891
RugbyPass writer based in Dunedin, NZ. Since first entering the media industry as a student at the Auckland University of Technology, Alex has written for media outlets across the country, including the New Zealand Herald and Otago Daily Times. Now covers all things All Blacks, Super Rugby and Mitre 10 Cup-related.
Beauden Barrett named at No. 10 for first time in nearly a year as Blues name side for Chiefs clash
Star Blues playmaker Beauden Barrett will start at No. 10 for the first time in nearly a year this weekend in his side's Super Rug…
Alex McLeod
23 Jul 2020, 22:18
How hosting the Rugby Championship could lead to New Zealand becoming the world's 'sporting hub'
Hosting the 2020 Rugby Championship exclusively in New Zealand could make the nation a global "sporting hub", according to two Sup…
Alex McLeod
22 Jul 2020, 0:26
Report: Japanese executive pushing for Top League inclusion in new Southern Hemisphere competition
As the war of words rages on between New Zealand and Australia over the future of a revamped Super Rugby competition, Japan has ex…
Alex McLeod
20 Jul 2020, 1:59
Five of the best: The top five performers from round six of Super Rugby Aotearoa
It's no exaggeration to say that the most recent round of Super Rugby Aotearoa was the most exciting since the competition got und…
Alex McLeod
20 Jul 2020, 0:14
Highlanders secure dramatic late comeback to sink Chiefs for second time in Super Rugby Aotearoa
What a match. That's all that needs to be said about the Highlanders' clash against the Chiefs at FMG Stadium Waikato, as they ove…
Alex McLeod
19 Jul 2020, 1:30
'It's obviously my preferred position': Beauden Barrett eyes return to No. 10 following Otere Black injury
Fresh after his side's thrilling 29-27 defeat to the Hurricanes, Blues playmaker Beauden Barrett is already eyeing a return to the…
Alex McLeod
18 Jul 2020, 19:13
Rugby Australia respond to New Zealand Rugby's plans for Super Rugby future
Rugby Australia has issued a statement in the wake of the announcement by New Zealand Rugby that it will effectively sever ties wi…
Alex McLeod
17 Jul 2020, 0:55
Picking an All Blacks squad at the halfway point of Super Rugby Aotearoa
With the halfway stage of Super Rugby Aotearoa upon us, All Blacks head coach Ian Foster should have a decent idea of who is fit t…
Alex McLeod
13 Jul 2020, 20:02
Five-stars: The five top performers from round five of Super Rugby Aotearoa
Another round of Super Rugby Aotearoa has blitzed by us, but the weekend's results has provided a clear indication of which side i…
Alex McLeod
12 Jul 2020, 21:03
Super Rugby Aotearoa: Hurricanes edge Highlanders in physically bruising battle in Wellington
The chase to catch the Crusaders and Blues at the summit of the Super Rugby Aotearoa table took an interesting turn on Sunday as t…
Alex McLeod
12 Jul 2020, 1:23
Highlanders hint at potential Nehe Milner-Skudder injury return date
Injury-riddled former All Blacks wing Nehe Milner-Skudder could be set for his Highlanders debut in a matter of weeks.
Alex McLeod
10 Jul 2020, 2:46
Rising Highlanders star ruled out of Super Rugby Aotearoa with season-ending injury
The Highlanders have suffered a significant injury blow as a broken leg has ruled up-and-coming lock Josh Dickson out of the remai…
Alex McLeod
07 Jul 2020, 22:37
'Massive signs of progress': How the Highlanders have transformed themselves to defy lowly expectations
While the Crusaders emerged from Saturday’s South Island derby victorious with a flattering scoreline to boot, Highlanders boss …
Alex McLeod
06 Jul 2020, 2:22
Five of the best: The top five players from round four of Super Rugby Aotearoa
Whether it was the workhorse showing of Shannon Frizell or the astounding attacking prowess of Will Jordan, there was plenty of ta…
Alex McLeod
05 Jul 2020, 22:57
Jordie Barrett stars as 14-man Hurricanes survive late red card scare to overcome Chiefs
An impactful return from injury by Jordie Barrett has handed the Hurricanes their first win of the Super Rugby Aotearoa campaign.
Alex McLeod
05 Jul 2020, 1:31
Return of the Force: Can the Western Force shock the system in their Super Rugby AU return?
Super Rugby returns to Australia for the first time in four months this weekend, and the competition will welcome back the Western…
Alex McLeod
01 Jul 2020, 2:36
Highlanders without All Blacks star for Crusaders derby while youngster ruled out for nine months
The Highlanders will be tasked with taking down the Crusaders this Saturday without star playmaker Josh Ioane, while a promising y…
Alex McLeod
29 Jun 2020, 23:09
Crusaders hit with injury blow as All Blacks prospect set for sideline stint
The Crusaders have been hit with a significant injury blow as young All Blacks prospect Cullen Grace prepares for a stint on the s…
Alex McLeod
29 Jun 2020, 22:44
Hurricanes assistant coach Carlos Spencer released immediately due to COVID-19 financial concerns
The Hurricanes have announced they have parted ways with assistant coach Carlos Spencer, effective immediately.
Alex McLeod
29 Jun 2020, 2:55
