Moana Pasifika name 'strongest team available' for Highlanders clash
Moana Pasifika head coach Aaron Mauger has named "the strongest team available" for his side's Super Rugby Pacific clash against t…
Alex McLeod
06 Apr 2022, 1:25
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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.
Highlanders welcome test-capped duo back into starting side to face Moana Pasifika
The Highlanders have made three key changes to their starting team to face Moana Pasifika at Forsyth Barr Stadium in Dunedin on Fr…
Alex McLeod
06 Apr 2022, 0:30
'They were really dominant': The best player and team Dan Carter ever faced
All Blacks legend Dan Carter has named the best player and the best team he ever played against throughout his storied rugby caree…
Alex McLeod
05 Apr 2022, 23:42
Fijian Drua captain Nemani Nagusa given heaviest suspension of season
Fijian Drua captain Nemani Nagusa has been handed the heaviest suspension of the Super Rugby Pacific season thus far following his…
Alex McLeod
05 Apr 2022, 19:48
Dan Carter reveals the key to success for All Blacks at next year's World Cup
The All Blacks legend says he sees parallels between the current New Zealand squad and the team that emerged from the ashes of the…
Alex McLeod
05 Apr 2022, 2:17
Two Super Rugby Pacific players suspended as Caleb Clarke awaits verdict
Two Super Rugby Pacific players have been handed three-week suspensions while Blues wing Caleb Clarke awaits his fait with the SAN…
Alex McLeod
04 Apr 2022, 19:39
'He's the Mr Fix It Man for us': Clayton McMillan's rave review of Chiefs youngster
Chiefs boss Clayton McMillan has praised one of his youngest squad members after his side's 30-29 win over the Hurricanes on Sunda…
Alex McLeod
03 Apr 2022, 22:07
Opinion
Blues player ratings vs Moana Pasifika | Super Rugby Pacific
Here's how the Blues rated following their second successive win over Moana Pasifika within the space of a week on Saturday.
Alex McLeod
02 Apr 2022, 4:48
'We need to learn quickly': Fijian Drua coach's stern message after Waratahs loss
A Fijian Drua coach has issued a stern message to his players following their 38-14 Super Rugby Pacific loss to the Waratahs on Fr…
Alex McLeod
02 Apr 2022, 0:07
'So stoked to have him back': Waratahs excited by Michael Hooper's return
After a two-year absence from Super Rugby, Michael Hooper returned to action for the Waratahs in their win over the Fijian Drua on…
Alex McLeod
01 Apr 2022, 21:12
Opinion
Highlanders player ratings vs Crusaders | Super Rugby Pacific
The Highlanders came within just three points of their first win of the year in the unlikeliest of circumstances, but were denied …
Alex McLeod
01 Apr 2022, 4:32
Super Rugby star highlights how Australian sides can beat Kiwi teams this season
A Super Rugby Pacific star has outlined how the Australian teams can beat their Kiwi counterparts in the competition later this se…
Alex McLeod
31 Mar 2022, 23:17
All Blacks Sevens name first World Sevens Series squad in more than two years
The All Blacks Sevens have named their squad for their first appearance at a World Sevens Series event in more than two years.
Alex McLeod
31 Mar 2022, 19:58
All Blacks trio return to starting lineup for Crusaders clash against Highlanders
The Crusaders have welcomed three All Blacks into their starting side to face the Highlanders at Orangetheory Stadium in Christchu…
Alex McLeod
30 Mar 2022, 0:44
Mixed injury news for Highlanders duo Thomas Umaga-Jensen and Billy Harmon
The Highlanders have received mixed injury news regarding two of their injured players, midfielder Thomas Umaga-Jensen and flanker…
Alex McLeod
30 Mar 2022, 0:03
'Disappointing': Leon MacDonald calls out 'stupid' mistakes from Blues win
Blues boss Leon MacDonald is satisfied to have banked four competition points with a win over Moana Pasifika, but he isn't overly …
Alex McLeod
29 Mar 2022, 22:58
Denny Solomona named on Highlanders bench for Crusaders clash
Ex-England wing Denny Solomona has been named to make his Highlanders debut from the bench against the Crusaders in Christchurch o…
Alex McLeod
29 Mar 2022, 18:32
Blues hold off determined Moana Pasifika despite Nepo Laulala red card
Four days after their historic victory over the Hurricanes, Moana Pasifika have fallen to the Blues in Super Rugby Pacific's first…
Alex McLeod
29 Mar 2022, 4:06
'The ultimate goal is to put on the black jersey': Crusaders star's All Blacks dream
Crusaders tearaway Tom Christie has outlined his ambitions for All Blacks honours after bouncing back from a season-ending injury …
Alex McLeod
29 Mar 2022, 0:31
'It's massive for us': Ex-England wing Denny Solomona set for Highlanders debut
Former England wing Denny Solomona has been signed by the Highlanders and could make his Super Rugby Pacific debut as early as thi…
Alex McLeod
28 Mar 2022, 22:23
