'Common sense has prevailed': The Crusaders prop set for Moana Pasifika debut
Three weeks ago, Abraham Pole marked his Super Rugby Pacific debut by scoring for the Crusaders against Moana Pasifika. Now he wil…
Alex McLeod
28 Mar 2022, 19:54
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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.
The Blues rookie set for debut just weeks after being named in NZ cricket squad
There aren't many athletes who can switch between international cricket and Super Rugby Pacific in a matter of days, but that's ex…
Alex McLeod
28 Mar 2022, 1:57
Blues provide update on Beauden Barrett's latest head knock
Blues head coach Leon MacDonald has revealed the extent of Beauden Barrett's latest head knock after the star playmaker was injure…
Alex McLeod
28 Mar 2022, 0:06
Ex-NRL star one of 11 Moana Pasifika debutants named to play Blues
Fresh off their groundbreaking win over the Hurricanes last weekend, Moana Pasifika have overhauled their team to face the Blues o…
Alex McLeod
27 Mar 2022, 19:53
Just one player retained in starting Blues team to play Moana Pasifika
Only one players has been retained in the Blues starting lineup to face Moana Pasifika at Mt Smart Stadium in Auckland on Tuesday.
Alex McLeod
27 Mar 2022, 19:23
Opinion
Crusaders player ratings vs Chiefs | Super Rugby Pacific
Here's how the Crusaders rated in their 34-19 Super Rugby Pacific victory over the Chiefs at FMG Stadium Waikato in Hamilton.
Alex McLeod
26 Mar 2022, 4:30
Crusaders flex muscles by overcoming Chiefs in bounce back victory
The Crusaders bounced back from their first loss of the season to beat the Chiefs 34-19 at FMG Stadium Waikato in Hamilton on Satu…
Alex McLeod
26 Mar 2022, 4:05
Opinion
Highlanders player ratings vs Blues | Super Rugby Pacific
Here's how the Highlanders rated in their 32-25 Super Rugby Pacific defeat to the Blues at Forsyth Barr Stadium in Dunedin.
Alex McLeod
26 Mar 2022, 2:17
Moana Pasifika set to overhaul side for Blues clash following landmark win
Moana Pasifika will make multiple personnel changes when they face the Blues just four days after their first-ever Super Rugby Pac…
Alex McLeod
25 Mar 2022, 22:06
'It just hits different': Moana Pasifika star Danny Toala opens up on match-winning heroics
Moana Pasifika have finally won their first Super Rugby Pacific match, and the new expansion franchise can young star Danny Toala …
Alex McLeod
25 Mar 2022, 20:23
Moana Pasifika stun Hurricanes in extra-time to secure first-ever win
After weeks of Covid uncertainty and season-opening drubbings, Moana Pasifika are finally on the board in Super Rugby Pacific.
Alex McLeod
25 Mar 2022, 4:19
Why Tupou Vaa'i could be a valued All Blacks asset at next year's World Cup
Chiefs boss Clayton McMillan believes lock-turned-flanker Tupou Vaa'i could be of high value to the All Blacks when next year's Wo…
Alex McLeod
25 Mar 2022, 0:07
Scott Robertson names 'the most multi-skilled utility player' he's ever coached
Crusaders boss Scott Robertson has revealed who he believes to be "the most multi-skilled utility player" he has ever coached.
Alex McLeod
24 Mar 2022, 22:22
Highlanders captain Aaron Smith shoulders blame for winless start to season
Aaron Smith admits his performances, as well as those of halves partner Mitch Hunt, have contributed to the Highlanders' winless s…
Alex McLeod
24 Mar 2022, 19:35
The Dutch teenager set to make his Super Rugby Pacific debut for the Highlanders
He's a teenager from a minnow rugby nation, but Fabian Holland has the total faith of Highlanders boss Tony Brown ahead of his Sup…
Alex McLeod
24 Mar 2022, 18:38
Moana Pasifika name three debutants in side to face Hurricanes
Three players will make their debuts for Moana Pasifika against the Hurricanes at Mt Smart Stadium in Auckland on Friday.
Alex McLeod
23 Mar 2022, 1:23
TJ Perenara returns as Hurricanes hand rookie first-five starting debut
The Hurricanes will welcome the return of star halfback TJ Perenara from injury when they face Moana Pasifika in Auckland on Frida…
Alex McLeod
22 Mar 2022, 21:48
Highlanders forced to pick non-contracted players for Blues rematch
The Highlanders are likely to field many new players this weekend when they square off against the Blues for the second time in a …
Alex McLeod
21 Mar 2022, 23:56
France overtake All Blacks on World Rugby rankings following Six Nations triumph
France have leapfrogged the All Blacks into second place on the World Rugby rankings following their Six Nations Grand Slam succes…
Alex McLeod
21 Mar 2022, 16:21
'I'm hopeful he stays': Dave Rennie's plea to off-contract cross-code star
Wallabies head coach Dave Rennie is "hopeful" that injury-plagued cross-code star Suliasi Vunivalu remains in rugby union despite …
Alex McLeod
21 Mar 2022, 2:10
