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Alex McLeod

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.

Tony Brown's strategic tweak aimed to bring the best out of Highlanders star Aaron Smith

For the first time this Super Rugby Pacific season, Highlanders captain Aaron Smith won't lead his side out onto the park by himse…

Alex McLeod
Alex McLeod
05 May 2022, 20:31

Crusaders to get Scott Barrett back earlier than expected for blockbuster clash

The Crusaders have confirmed suspended captain Scott Barrett will return to action a week earlier than expected.

Alex McLeod
Alex McLeod
04 May 2022, 2:21

'That hurts': Blues determined to avoid repeat of 2018 Rebels loss at Eden Park

Four years after suffering the ignominy of a home loss to the Rebels, the Blues are out to ensure history doesn't repeat itself at…

Alex McLeod
Alex McLeod
04 May 2022, 0:56

Sevens star Ruby Tui named in Black Ferns squad missing three senior players

Black Ferns Sevens star Ruby Tui is in line for a test debut after being named in the first Black Ferns squad of the year on Wedne…

Alex McLeod
Alex McLeod
03 May 2022, 22:31

Highlanders lose one-test All Black for rest of season through injury

The Highlanders will be without one-test All Blacks loose forward Gareth Evans for the remainder of the Super Rugby Pacific campai…

Alex McLeod
Alex McLeod
03 May 2022, 22:04

Beauden Barrett absent from Blues team to face Melbourne Rebels

Star first-five Beauden Barrett won't feature for the Blues in this weekend's Super Rugby Pacific clash against the Melbourne Rebe…

Alex McLeod
Alex McLeod
03 May 2022, 21:51

Highlanders lock Josh Dickson returns from suspension for Reds clash

Highlanders lock Josh Dickson has returned early from suspension for this week's Super Rugby Pacific clash against the Reds in Bri…

Alex McLeod
Alex McLeod
03 May 2022, 19:26

Moana Pasifika back young star Lincoln McClutchie to rebound after Rebels loss

Moana Pasifika have rallied around young playmaker Lincoln McClutchie following their Super Rugby Pacific defeat to the Melbourne …

Alex McLeod
Alex McLeod
03 May 2022, 2:12

'There's no easy games': Highlanders wary of Reds amid recent Australian success

They may have registered only their second win of the Super Rugby Pacific season, but the Highlanders haven't got too carried away…

Alex McLeod
Alex McLeod
02 May 2022, 21:03

All Blacks and Springboks stars vie for semi-final spot in final round of League One

All Blacks and Springboks stars will head into the final round of Japan Rugby League One this weekend with the last semi-final spo…

Alex McLeod
Alex McLeod
01 May 2022, 20:18

Waratahs stun Crusaders to become second Australian team to beat Kiwi side

The Waratahs have become the second Australian Super Rugby Pacific team to beat a New Zealand side this season after shocking the …

Alex McLeod
Alex McLeod
30 Apr 2022, 5:06

'Get him back in the midfield': Chiefs set to end Quinn Tupaea's wing stint

Chiefs boss Clayton McMillan says Quinn Tupaea is likely to shift back to the midfield after a brief spell on the wing for the Ham…

Alex McLeod
Alex McLeod
30 Apr 2022, 0:14

Highlanders boss Tony Brown explains positional switches for three key players

Highlanders head coach Tony Brown believes Thomas Umaga-Jensen's move from second-five to centre may bring the best out of the wil…

Alex McLeod
Alex McLeod
29 Apr 2022, 0:09

Seven All Blacks stars return to Blues lineup for Western Force clash

Seven All Blacks have returned to the Blues lineup for Saturday's Super Rugby Pacific clash against the Force in Perth.

Alex McLeod
Alex McLeod
27 Apr 2022, 2:39

Olympic champion coach joins Black Ferns management ahead of World Cup

Former Black Ferns Sevens co-coach Allan Bunting has joined the Black Ferns in a newly-created role just months out from this year…

Alex McLeod
Alex McLeod
27 Apr 2022, 1:00

Chiefs keep Quinn Tupaea on left wing for clash against Reds

The Chiefs have opted to keep star midfielder Quinn Tupaea on the left wing for this Friday's Super Rugby Pacific clash against th…

Alex McLeod
Alex McLeod
26 Apr 2022, 23:43

The ex-AFL prospect who is thriving in debut season for Highlanders

He's taken a road less travelled than most Super Rugby Pacific players, but Max Hicks is relishing his debut campaign with the Hig…

Alex McLeod
Alex McLeod
26 Apr 2022, 21:49

All Blacks confirm 2022 home test schedule against Ireland, Wallabies and Los Pumas

New Zealand Rugby has confirmed a collective total of 10 home tests for the All Blacks and Black Ferns this year.

Alex McLeod
Alex McLeod
25 Apr 2022, 18:50

Crusaders unsure if Joe Moody will play for them again this season

Crusaders boss Scott Robertson is unsure whether Joe Moody will feature at all during the remainder of the Super Rugby Pacific cam…

Alex McLeod
Alex McLeod
22 Apr 2022, 22:10

Highlanders hit with injury blow as ex-England star set for sideline spell

The Highlanders have revealed ex-England flyer Denny Solomona has been sidelined with a hamstring injury as they embark on their f…

Alex McLeod
Alex McLeod
22 Apr 2022, 2:14
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