Why the All Blacks ‘couldn’t get too close’ to Dan Carter before semi-final
Rugby World Cup-winning icon Dan Carter made another guest appearance at All Blacks training on Wednesday as the New Zealanders pr…
Finn Morton
19 Oct 2023, 7:59
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Finn Morton is a RugbyPass journalist based in Australia who spends his weeks covering all things Wallabies, All Blacks, Super Rugby and Sevens. While rugby is his passion, Finn has also written for other publications including Fox Sports Australia and The Courier Mail.
‘Don’t live in the past’: Ian Foster dismisses All Blacks’ semi-final favouritism
Many consider the All Blacks to be overwhelming favourites ahead of their Rugby World Cup semi-final against Los Pumas, but don’…
Finn Morton
19 Oct 2023, 7:32
Wallabies hopeful Miles Amatosero returns home with Waratahs
Harbouring ambitions of donning Wallaby gold, French-based lock Miles Amatosero will return home to Australia after penning a deal…
Finn Morton
19 Oct 2023, 6:13
Aaron Smith draws inspiration from 2019 ‘pain’ after emotional quarter-final
Aaron Smith burst into tears after the All Blacks’ thrilling 28-24 quarter-final win over Ireland, with the halfback turning to …
Finn Morton
19 Oct 2023, 4:24
Mark Telea returns as All Blacks name team for World Cup semi-final
After missing last weekend’s win over Ireland due to disciplinary reasons, wing Mark Telea has been named in the All Blacks’ t…
Finn Morton
18 Oct 2023, 12:25
Why former All Black ‘wasn’t surprised’ to see New Zealand beat Ireland
Former All Blacks halfback Justin Marshall has reflected on one of New Zealand’s best performances “in a very long time.”
Finn Morton
18 Oct 2023, 8:07
Ref Ben O’Keeffe responds to Antoine Dupont’s post-match comments
Referee Ben O’Keeffe has hit back at Antoine Dupont’s criticism after France’s heartbreaking Rugby World Cup exit as they lo…
Finn Morton
18 Oct 2023, 6:23
Jacques Nienaber expects Springboks’ semi to come down to ‘small margins’
With the quarter-finals having come and gone at the Rugby World Cup, the focus has already begun to shift to next week.
Finn Morton
15 Oct 2023, 18:30
‘We play for the nation’: Kolisi on Springboks’ comeback win over France
Captain Siya Kolisi watched on from the sidelines as the Springboks looked to close out their thrilling Rugby World Cup quarter-fi…
Finn Morton
15 Oct 2023, 18:02
Opinion
France player ratings vs Springboks | Rugby World Cup 2023
The tournament hosts have crashed out of the event at the quarter-final stage after losing to reigning champions South Africa 28-2…
Finn Morton
15 Oct 2023, 17:19
The lessons the All Blacks learned after 2019 quarter-final win over Ireland
The All Blacks made a statement with a 46-14 quarter-final win over Ireland at the 2019 Rugby World Cup in Japan, but the New Zeal…
Finn Morton
15 Oct 2023, 14:34
The incredible defensive stat that saw the All Blacks beat Ireland
It might be a cliché but defence really does win championships, or in the All Blacks’ case it was the difference between stayin…
Finn Morton
15 Oct 2023, 13:41
Sam Cane: ‘You look out for people in black jerseys in the crowd’
With veteran Sam Whitelock perched perfectly over the ball, referee Wayne Barnes raised his arm and awarded that penalty to the Al…
Finn Morton
14 Oct 2023, 21:24
All Blacks coach Ian Foster reflects on ‘special day’ against Ireland
The All Blacks took the lead in the seventh minute through a Richie Mo’unga penalty goal and never looked back as they held on f…
Finn Morton
14 Oct 2023, 20:55
All Black Jordie Barrett on captain Sam Cane’s ‘unbelievable’ quarter-final
The backrower made his presence known with some big hits that could be felt from the stands at Stade de France.
Finn Morton
14 Oct 2023, 19:34
‘Proud All Black’ Jordie Barrett reflects on ‘impressive’ defence against Ireland
About an hour after the full-time whistle sounded at Stade de France, a relieved-looking Jordie Barrett walked through the mixed z…
Finn Morton
14 Oct 2023, 19:12
Opinion
Ireland player ratings vs All Blacks | Rugby World Cup 2023
Ireland’s Rugby World Cup quarter-final curse rages on. Coming into the knockout rounds on the back of an impressive 17-Test unb…
Finn Morton
14 Oct 2023, 17:23
‘The pinnacle of my career’: Fainga'anuku eager to embrace World Cup ‘opportunity’
All Blacks selectors were forced to make a surprise call in the lead-up to their quarter-final showdown with Ireland as wing Mark …
Finn Morton
13 Oct 2023, 12:39
Ian Foster full of belief as All Blacks prepare to upset Ireland
Coach Ian Foster truly believes the All Blacks will upset Ireland this weekend.
Finn Morton
13 Oct 2023, 12:14
‘Not what I want to be saying’: All Black admits Ireland are world’s ‘best team’
Two days out from the All Blacks’ date with destiny in the Rugby World Cup quarterfinals, playmaker Richie Mo’unga admitted th…
Finn Morton
13 Oct 2023, 7:31
