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Kim Ekin

Global Head of Content & Data at RugbyPass.

'He knows he's not going to win this': South African pundits call Eddie Jones' bluff

South African rugby pundits have called Eddie Jones' bluff after four straight losses to start his second stint as head coach of t…

Kim Ekin
Kim Ekin
16 Aug 2023, 19:58

'The halfback probably already knows': Ex-All Black not buying Nienaber's sob story

Two former All Blacks have rebuked Springboks head coach Jacques Nienaber's explanation over the conspiracy theory floating around…

Kim Ekin
Kim Ekin
16 Aug 2023, 20:43

'I wouldn’t say it too publicly' - Warren Gatland on players who left Wales and why he returned

Wales Rugby Union head coach Warren Gatland insists the upcoming Rugby World Cup is an 'exciting' challenge due to numerous injuri…

Kim Ekin
Kim Ekin
17 Aug 2023, 6:34

Black Ferns XV established with debut fixture against Samoa announced

New Zealand Rugby has taken another step in the development of the women's game, establishing a Black Ferns XV.

Kim Ekin
Kim Ekin
17 Aug 2023, 18:42

'25-metre forward pass': Matt To'omua's welcome to Super Rugby moment

The veteran recalled the story with a laugh, claiming "It has to be (a record) mate." 

Kim Ekin
Kim Ekin
18 Aug 2023, 2:25

England's Ben Earl has gone viral over another excessive celebration

The England openside collapsed to his knees, fists clinched, momentarily overwhelmed by delight over a mis-executed lineout by Ire…

Kim Ekin
Kim Ekin
19 Aug 2023, 20:23

'Rugby is bigger than all of us': Steve Hansen confirms why he is helping Wallabies

Former All Blacks head coach Steve Hansen has joined New Zealand radio personality Mike Hosking from Paris to clear up reports the…

Kim Ekin
Kim Ekin
21 Aug 2023, 19:49

South African pundit puts the Springboks above Ireland and France on form

Former South African hooker Hanyani Shimange, also known as Shimmi, says that the Springboks demolition of Wales puts them now as …

Kim Ekin
Kim Ekin
21 Aug 2023, 20:49

'Historic strategic reset' aims to boost Australian rugby ahead of Lions tour and World Cups

The reset at the professional level will also incorporate a national contracting model ahead of the 2025 season.

Kim Ekin
Kim Ekin
22 Aug 2023, 18:10

'The fullback?': Springbok forwards robbed of Man of the Match

The bulk of the game was played through the forwards, with the Springboks earning penalties every conceivable way at the set piece…

Kim Ekin
Kim Ekin
25 Aug 2023, 18:55

'The duo are limited': SA pundit twists the knife into All Blacks and claims Boks will win Cup

After a resounding 35-7 win over the All Blacks at Twickenham, one South African rugby pundit has put the boot into New Zealand ah…

Kim Ekin
Kim Ekin
27 Aug 2023, 19:09

'This shouldn't even be a yellow': Ex-All Black launches defence of Scott Barrett

Ex-All Black Jeff Wilson has come to the defence of lock Scott Barrett who was yellow carded twice, leading to a red card, in the …

Kim Ekin
Kim Ekin
27 Aug 2023, 23:55

'Seven forwards... really? Seriously?': Irish pundit calls for Springboks 'abusive' tactic to be outlawed

Former Scotland coach and Irish rugby pundit Matt Williams has slammed South Africa for the way they used their bench against New …

Kim Ekin
Kim Ekin
29 Aug 2023, 4:27

New data reveals rugby participation is growing significantly

Global rugby participation is on the rise, with a remarkable 11 percent increase in 2023, reaching 8.46 million players, as the sp…

Kim Ekin
Kim Ekin
01 Sep 2023, 5:00

Both Super Rugby Pacific finalists re-sign All Blacks

Both the Crusaders and Chiefs have re-signed All Blacks and All Blacks XV players for the 2024 season.

Kim Ekin
Kim Ekin
01 Sep 2023, 17:56

'I didn’t push enough buttons': Steve Hansen takes blame for All Blacks' 2019 semi-final defeat

Former All Blacks head coach Steve Hansen has opened up on the 2019 semi-final defeat to England which ended hopes of three consec…

Kim Ekin
Kim Ekin
02 Sep 2023, 20:16

Crazy scenes in France as La Rochelle coach O'Gara involved with sideline player scuffle

A bizarre incident in the Top 14 clash between Clermont and La Rochelle has grabbed headlines after former Irish international and…

Kim Ekin
Kim Ekin
03 Sep 2023, 0:07

France no longer favourites with the bookmakers after Ntamack injury

World Cup host nation France have lost the favourites tag with the bookmakers after a devastating double blow losing flyhalf Romai…

Kim Ekin
Kim Ekin
14 Aug 2023, 17:45

'Masters at tackle school': How the world reacted to Farrell's red

England captain Owen Farrell is set to miss the start of the World Cup after being sent off in Saturday’s 19-17 victory over Wal…

Kim Ekin
Kim Ekin
13 Aug 2023, 7:04

'He's not delivering': Ex-All Black calls for Quade Cooper to be axed

One ex-All Black believes that playmaker Quade Cooper is in the hot seat after failing to deliver enough over the first two rounds…

Kim Ekin
Kim Ekin
16 Jul 2023, 20:00
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