Super Rugby Aotearoa's top five players from round three
Who were the five best performers from the Blues' tight win over the Highlanders and the Crusaders' dire victory against the Chief…
Alex McLeod
28 Jun 2020, 20:41
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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.
Crusaders outshine Chiefs in miserable conditions to remain undefeated in Super Rugby Aotearoa
The Crusaders have withstood a late second half comeback to beat the Chiefs 18-13 and maintain their unbeaten status in Super Rugb…
Alex McLeod
28 Jun 2020, 0:17
Super Rugby Aotearoa: All Blacks duo ruled out of Highlanders clash against Blues
Two All Blacks have been ruled unavailable for the Highlanders' Super Rugby Aotearoa clash against the Blues at Eden Park in Auckl…
Alex McLeod
23 Jun 2020, 1:09
Rennie's Law: Five ex-Wallabies who could return under Dave Rennie's proposed eligibility changes
The prospect of more offshore-based Wallabies donning the green and gold of Australia has taken a step closer to coming to fruitio…
Alex McLeod
22 Jun 2020, 1:39
Five of the standout stars from round two of Super Rugby Aotearoa
The Blues have kept their place at the top of the table, and the Crusaders returned in emphatic fashion - but who were the five be…
Alex McLeod
21 Jun 2020, 21:32
Blues snap nine-year losing streak in Hamilton with hard-fought win over Chiefs
Any doubts surrounding the Blues' ability to challenge for the Super Rugby Aotearoa title must surely have been dispelled after th…
Alex McLeod
20 Jun 2020, 3:46
'A big boost': Fiji Sevens co-captain backs potential home World Sevens Series tournament
The prospect of hosting a Sevens World Series tournament in Fiji would be “a big boost” for the country, according a to rising…
Alex McLeod
15 Jun 2020, 23:18
Highlanders announce signing of young Wallabies prop Jermaine Ainsley
New Zealand-born Wallabies prop Jermaine Ainsley will return to his homeland after signing a two-season deal with the Highlanders.
Alex McLeod
14 Jun 2020, 23:38
The five best performers from the opening round of Super Rugby Aotearoa
The opening round of Super Rugby Aotearoa marked the return of professional rugby following a three-month hiatus, and the two matc…
Alex McLeod
14 Jun 2020, 22:29
Highlanders star hit with last-minute injury blow ahead of Super Rugby Aotearoa opener against Chiefs
The Highlanders have been hit with a significant injury blow just hours ahead of the Super Rugby Aotearoa opener against the Chief…
Alex McLeod
12 Jun 2020, 20:26
How the Chiefs can dethrone the Crusaders as the alpha team of Super Rugby Aotearoa
Provided the Chiefs change one aspect of their game, it would take a brave soul from betting against them as they look to topple t…
Alex McLeod
11 Jun 2020, 23:44
Why the Hurricanes' hopes of success in Super Rugby Aotearoa rest on the shoulders of two men
If the Hurricanes are to challenge for the Super Rugby Aotearoa title, their hopes rest firmly on the shoulders of two of their mo…
Alex McLeod
08 Jun 2020, 22:06
The three players capable of changing the Highlanders' fortunes in Super Rugby Aotearoa
The first seven weeks of Super Rugby this year weren't as flash as the Highlanders would have hoped for, but the Dunedin club have…
Alex McLeod
07 Jun 2020, 23:51
The good, bad and ugly: 10 All Blacks who came back to New Zealand like Dan Carter did
It's been five years since Dan Carter last played professional rugby in New Zealand, so how could he pan out after stints in Franc…
Alex McLeod
05 Jun 2020, 23:43
How the latest revelation in the North v South match goes against the very essence of the concept itself
If new whispers about the North v South eligibility criteria are to be believed, it seems New Zealand Rugby has some work to do to…
Alex McLeod
05 Jun 2020, 1:39
Into The Unkown: Where does the future of the Jaguares and Argentine rugby lie?
As New Zealand, Australia and South Africa devise plans for what a post-coronavirus world looks like for their club sides, the Jag…
Alex McLeod
02 Jun 2020, 0:56
The two key lessons rugby can learn from the NRL's innovative and exhilarating return
The impressively smooth return of the NRL has brought with it two key lessons rugby could learn from leading into the domestic Sup…
Alex McLeod
31 May 2020, 23:50
All Blacks youngster Braydon Ennor re-commits to New Zealand Rugby
One-cap All Blacks prospect Braydon Ennor has re-committed to New Zealand Rugby and the Crusaders on a long-term deal.
Alex McLeod
27 May 2020, 0:03
'Highly likely that Josh won't be wearing No. 12': Highlanders coach Aaron Mauger opens up on Hunt-Ioane playmaking situation
One-test All Blacks first-five Josh Ioane's midfield experiment for the Highlanders is over.
Alex McLeod
26 May 2020, 22:32
A potential Anzac XV that could re-surface after 30 years of being dormant
Very rarely do the Wallabies and All Blacks join forces on the rugby field, but that's exactly what is in the pipeline for later o…
Alex McLeod
25 May 2020, 0:38
