Ethan de Groot returns for Highlanders against Western Force
Three changes have been made to help the Highlanders' chances against the Western Force in a battle of two teams with just three p…
Ned Lester
01 Apr 2025, 23:00
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Ned Lester
Ned Lester is a New Zealand-based multimedia content editor with experience covering the diverse corners of the rugby world in the southern hemisphere. Ned brings a keen interest in sports psychology to the RugbyPass team and a background in writing across various disciplines.
Final awaits as teams named for Super Rugby Aupiki final round
The sixth and final round of Super Rugby Aupiki is upon us, and the top spot is very much still up for grabs after Matatu's upset …
Ned Lester
02 Apr 2025, 23:23
Highlanders speedster Finn Hurley suffers season-ending injury
Impressive Highlanders young gun Finn Hurely will play no further part in the 2025 Super Rugby Pacific season due to a quad injury…
Ned Lester
03 Apr 2025, 17:11
The simple Highlanders offer Caleb Tangitau couldn't refuse
Caleb Tangitau is making quite a name for himself with the Highlanders in 2025. A prized recruit from the Blues ahead of the seaso…
Ned Lester
03 Apr 2025, 18:29
Opinion
Moana Pasifika vs Waratahs: Suaalii stars and stutters, another Moana blitz
Moana Pasifika and the Waratahs entered their round-eight collision with polar opposite experiences in round seven, but each with …
Ned Lester
04 Apr 2025, 22:53
Opinion
Fijian Drua vs Crusaders: The Sevu Reece experiment, defence is back
The Crusaders ventured into the cauldron of Fijian rugby for their round eight matchup but refused to melt away in a hard-hitting …
Ned Lester
05 Apr 2025, 1:02
Opinion
Blues vs Hurricanes: Blues muscle up, Barrett's boot wins it
Two traditional heavyweights of Super Rugby, currently on the outside of the playoff picture looking in, collided at Eden Park on …
Ned Lester
05 Apr 2025, 4:44
Super Rugby Pacific MVP voting at season's midpoint
Super Rugby Pacific's week-by-week Player of the Year voting system has been bringing fans an insight into which players have been…
Ned Lester
07 Apr 2025, 19:44
Defensive woes won't stop Moana Pasifika from being contenders
Moana Pasifika are growing into the 2025 Super Rugby Pacific season and starting to make serious waves in the competition as they …
Ned Lester
08 Apr 2025, 0:15
'We offered him a three-year deal': Hurricanes priced out of U20 star
Patrick Tuifua will ply his trade in France despite the Hurricanes' best efforts to keep him in New Zealand.
Ned Lester
08 Apr 2025, 18:51
Just one change in Hurricanes team to play Crusaders
The Hurricanes sit on the cusp of a playoff berth heading into round nine's clash with the Crusaders in Wellington and have the lu…
Ned Lester
08 Apr 2025, 23:04
Damian McKenzie moved back to fullback against Waratahs
The Chiefs have shuffled their star playmakers to fit them all into the starting backline against the Waratahs.
Ned Lester
08 Apr 2025, 23:18
Jacob Ratumaitavuki-Kneepkens returns for Highlanders vs Drua
The Highlanders may have lost electric fullback Finn Hurley for the season, but they have been boosted by the return of the mercur…
Ned Lester
08 Apr 2025, 23:44
Scott Barrett responds to former All Blacks' criticism of 2025 form
All Blacks captain Scott Barrett has come under the microscope of pundits in recent weeks for what they see as an underwhelming se…
Ned Lester
09 Apr 2025, 19:22
Super Rugby Aupiki final: Teams named to lock horns at Eden Park
It's final time in Super Rugby Aupiki and the teams are in. The Blues will host Matatu at Eden Park in search of their second cons…
Ned Lester
10 Apr 2025, 0:43
'All three in black': Another star trio of siblings coming through Kiwi ranks
The Super Rugby Aupiki final will offer a final audition for some of New Zealand's brightest young stars, including one prospect w…
Ned Lester
10 Apr 2025, 22:45
Opinion
Crusaders vs Moana Pasifika: New best 10 in Super Rugby contender, Superman Savea
Take a bow, Moana Pasifika. Ardie Savea's men have stormed the gates of Apollo Projects Stadium and claimed victory over the Crusa…
Ned Lester
30 Mar 2025, 5:21
Richie Mo'unga lifts lid on 2027 Rugby World Cup ambitions
Richie Mo'unga is determined to return to the international stage for the 2027 Rugby World Cup, a desire made crystal clear in a n…
Ned Lester
30 Mar 2025, 0:00
Moana Pasifika never trail, dismantle Crusaders in Christchurch
Moana Pasifika arrived in Christchurch eager to create more history and capitalize on their strong yet inconsistent form in 2025.
Ned Lester
29 Mar 2025, 2:54
Brumbies vs Highlanders: Welcome to the party, Aussies outmuscle Kiwis again
The Brumbies' resilience steered them to a crucial win over the Highlanders on Friday night, with the game hanging in the balance …
Ned Lester
28 Mar 2025, 21:44
