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Everyday New Zealand Rugby - The best steps, ankle breakers and footwork
One of the theories in the world of rugby is that New Zealand's talent pool is unmatched anywhere in the world. Comment sections o…
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20 Nov 2017, 1:46
Watch: Kenya's schoolboy prodigy tearing up in South Africa
Kenya has uncovered their first schoolboy prodigy - Jeff Mutuku. Jeff began playing rugby in 2012 at 12 years old when he attended…
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20 Nov 2017, 23:04
England Squad Update
Eddie Jones has retained 25 players to prepare for England’s Old Mutual Wealth Series match against Samoa at Twickenham Stadium.
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21 Nov 2017, 13:44
Savea third All Black stricken by Mumps
"He's in his room and has been in isolation for a few days. He has been fully vaccinated previously as a kid, but clearly, he has …
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21 Nov 2017, 15:54
Kieran Read battling injury to face Wales
All Blacks captain Kieran Read has been given extra recovery time in order to be fit for the test match against Wales, missing the…
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21 Nov 2017, 17:18
Watch: Kini Naholo's freakish natural talent on show again
Naholo recently made the decision to sign with Taranaki and join the 2018 academy intake, after representing the Chiefs under-18 …
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21 Nov 2017, 21:05
Wales suffer crucial injury blow before All Blacks test
Wales have suffered a major blow ahead of this weekend's test against the All Blacks, severely denting their chances of ending a 6…
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21 Nov 2017, 21:32
Eddie Jones names English team to play Samoa
Jones has made nine changes to the starting line-up that beat Australia 30-6 last weekend at Twickenham Stadium.
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23 Nov 2017, 5:06
Cheika avoids sanctions for outburst
Cheika was captured on the live broadcast saying "f...ing cheats'' after Australia captain Michael Hooper was sin-binned toward t…
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23 Nov 2017, 16:41
Will Steve Hansen stay on as All Black coach?
NZ Rugby CEO Steve Tew has confirmed that the All Black head coaching job will be discussed at their December board meeting.
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24 Nov 2017, 16:53
All Black finish season on a high
The All Blacks ended their long season with a 33-18 victory in Cardiff over Wales, sealed by three tries in the second half.
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25 Nov 2017, 14:40
Rieko Ioane eyes position switch for All Blacks
Rieko Ioane, the world breakthrough player of the year award winner has expressed a desire to return to the position he played as…
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27 Nov 2017, 14:25
Kiwi coaches in frame for Wales
Three Kiwi coaches are believed to be shortlisted to succeed Warren Gatland to be the next Wales coach after the 2019 Rugby World …
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27 Nov 2017, 18:58
Watch: The most dangerous 9-10 combination in schoolboy rugby
New Zealand schoolboys Lincoln McClutchie and Folau Fakatava might just be the most dangerous halves pairing in all of schoolboy r…
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28 Nov 2017, 16:41
Widespread outcry over 'wrist tape words' ban
"I think the whole process that's been around it has been poor," he said. "It hasn't gone out for consultation and that's a big pr…
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28 Nov 2017, 19:07
Doug Howlett advised Irish club to sign Julian Savea
“I’ve tried to talk them into signing Julian Savea and getting him up here but at this stage, it’s not something we are look…
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29 Nov 2017, 16:40
Tongan revolution continues - world's highest paid player in sights for World Cup
Having seemingly taken inspiration from their rugby league cousins, the Tongan rugby union team are looking to acquire the service…
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29 Nov 2017, 17:33
Blues reveal new captain for 2018
"We have to work so hard every day, on and off the field. I believe we can win the Super Rugby title – that's my goal for the te…
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01 Dec 2017, 0:33
USRC Tigers extended their winning run to five
Borrelli Walsh USRC Tigers extended their winning run to five in the Old Mutual International Men’s Premiership on Saturday, def…
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04 Dec 2017, 3:28
Confirmed: Shields to Wasps, potential England call up
Brad Shields announced today he will be leaving New Zealand Rugby at the conclusion of the Hurricanes' 2018 Super Rugby campaign.
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19 Nov 2017, 16:56
Brave Scotland almost topple All Blacks
Scotland came out firing today at Murrayfield, putting together one of their best performances of recent years despite losing to t…
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18 Nov 2017, 14:19
Flanker snubs All Blacks for England opportunity - report
Hurricanes and Wellington loose forward Brad Shields has apparently spurned the chance for an All Black call up, according to The …
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17 Nov 2017, 18:07
Steve Diamond banned for this post match interview
Following the match Sale Sharks v Exeter Chiefs on Friday 27 October 2017, Diamond gave a broadcast interview during which he alle…
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17 Nov 2017, 5:23
Cheika accuses England of deliberate late shots
Michael Cheika has started the war-of-words before Saturday's test against England, claiming that in last year's fixtures against…
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16 Nov 2017, 17:09
Watch: Locks just shouldn't be able to do this
These kinds of skills you would expect of a precious back, not from your main lineout option. Taine is the son of Hurricanes forwa…
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16 Nov 2017, 15:51
The Japanese club Dan Carter is likely to join named
All Blacks legend Dan Carter is set to finish his career in Japan and this club will give him the chance to add another winners me…
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16 Nov 2017, 15:24
SBW receives apology from ref over yellow card
'The penalty was obviously awarded, but he said he made that mistake by sending me off.'
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16 Nov 2017, 15:07
All Blacks name strongest possible side for Murrayfield clash
Steve Hansen has named his strongest possible side for the All Blacks' clash with Scotland on Saturday.
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16 Nov 2017, 11:58
Springboks name side to face France
There have been several changes to the Springboks side to face France at the weekend.
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16 Nov 2017, 9:18
England name team to face the Wallabies
Jones has made four changes to the side that defeated Argentina 21-8 on Saturday.
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16 Nov 2017, 6:30
Hong Kong fall just short against Russia
Hong Kong came agonisingly close to taking down Russia in their opening match of the Regal Hotels Cup of Nations at King’s Park …
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16 Nov 2017, 5:09
Scots skipper on All Blacks: 'We have looked at how to beat them'
Scotland captain John Barclay reckons it's not worth dwelling on the past matches.
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15 Nov 2017, 20:36
The Six Nations is what we need - Georgian coach
Rapidly improving Georgia's Kiwi coach Milton Haig has once again raised the question of whether the Lelos should be included into…
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15 Nov 2017, 17:06
Super Rugby to hit the USA
"We are excited that rugby fans in the United States will get the opportunity to enjoy and witness Super Rugby first hand."
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14 Nov 2017, 17:54
Former Wallaby re-signs with Leicester Tigers
The extension, announced on Monday night by Leicester, takes him past the 2019 Rugby World Cup, and with 31 Tests to his name, he …
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13 Nov 2017, 16:33
Dan Carter expected to sign with Japanese Top League club
Dan Carter is expected to finish his playing career in Japan next year, according to French reports.
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13 Nov 2017, 14:40
Who's got the worst union in World Rugby? Part 2 - South Africa
“Their selection policies are not conducive to creating a merit based team and the prestige that goes along with knowing that yo…
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13 Nov 2017, 11:46
Who's got the worst union in World Rugby? Part 1 - Samoa
But to those with experience on the ground in Samoa, the story is one more of corruption and mismanagement
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13 Nov 2017, 10:34
Watch: Try of the year candidate by Georgian fullback
How is this for pace?
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12 Nov 2017, 18:10
Coles gone for six months
The All Black hooker went down 24 minutes into the test match, after playing a starring role by scoring the first try.
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12 Nov 2017, 13:36
All Black player ratings
Here's how the All Blacks fared in this morning's 38-18 victory over France in Paris.
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12 Nov 2017, 0:13
Watch - Coetzee learns lesson from Albany: 'No positives' in this hiding
Watch as Allister Coetzee faces the media after the Springboks' 38-3 loss to Ireland.
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11 Nov 2017, 17:58
All Blacks 38 France 18 - Match review
It was a game of two halves in Paris today as the All Blacks beat France 38-18.
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11 Nov 2017, 17:01
Match Preview: France v All Blacks
France coach Guy Noves caused a stir on Thursday when naming a new and young halfback pairing.
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11 Nov 2017, 13:26
Match Preview - Wales v Australia
This week marks the New Zealander's tenth anniversary as Wales coach and Gatland would love nothing more than for his side to halt…
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11 Nov 2017, 7:22
Maori All Blacks upset in Bordeaux
An unfancied French Barbarians outfit has taken down the Maori All Blacks in Bordeaux today, triumphing 19-15 in a scrappy game.
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10 Nov 2017, 17:31
Watch: The statistical targets England aim to achieve against the Pumas
A fascinating insight into how England's chances of winning break down, defining the nuts and bolts of an English victory.
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10 Nov 2017, 6:55
Watch: All Black prop - 'The doc thought I wouldn't play again'
'In our careers we get a lot of negativity and it's part of our lives to prove people wrong.'
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09 Nov 2017, 17:07
Ireland to field one of their heaviest back-lines ever against South Africa
Ireland has named one of its heaviest backlines in recent memory, fielding a back-line with an average weight of 98.8kg.
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09 Nov 2017, 11:01
England team to face Argentina
Eddie Jones has named his side to face Argentina in England’s opening game of the Old Mutual Wealth Series.
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09 Nov 2017, 5:07
Named: All Black team to play France
Skipper and regular midfield return for All Blacks against France.
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09 Nov 2017, 0:05
Eddie Jones retains 26 players for Argentina
England have named a squad of 26 players that can be selected for their clash with Argentina on Saturday.
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07 Nov 2017, 15:32
Hogg gave up a certain alcoholic beverage and lost 9kg
Stuart Hogg has been one of the most consistent performers in recent six nations memory, touring New Zealand this summer with Warr…
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07 Nov 2017, 13:50
Gatland set for surprise selection at fullback
Wales don't possess the abundance of options that a Lions tour does and looks like a case of trying to fit two world-class playe…
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07 Nov 2017, 5:36
Old Mutual International Men’s Premiership Round 6 Highlights
The game of the week in the Old Mutual International Men’s Premiership saw Bloomberg HK Scottish put on a clinic in a 68-17 win …
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07 Nov 2017, 3:55
Wallabies attack is better than the All Blacks - Welsh coach
Ahead of this weekend's test match against Australia, Wales assistant coach Shaun Edwards has claimed the Wallabies possess the be…
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06 Nov 2017, 19:26
Japanese rugby's bizarre take on trophies
Japan has always done things a little differently, and it is no different when it comes to handing out the winners' hardware in ru…
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06 Nov 2017, 18:27
Watch: NRL convert Semi Radradra already on Fijian radar
After only one month of rugby at French Powerhouse Toulon, NRL-convert Semi Radradra has been taking the Top 14 by storm.
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06 Nov 2017, 14:27
Vunipola and Tuilagi plea: Let's help out Samoa
English test players Mako Vunipola and Manu Tuilagi are appealing to team mates to help out the cash-strapped Manu Samoa by donati…
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05 Nov 2017, 16:05
All Blacks claim victory, but Barbarians win hearts at Twickenham
It was a case of just playing the bad guy again for the All Blacks against the Barbarians, as they ran out 31-22 winners
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04 Nov 2017, 13:33
Watch: Maori All Blacks massacre Canada in Vancouver
The Maori scored seven tries to none in the one-sided affair.
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04 Nov 2017, 7:56
Watch: Try of the season contender in Pro14
How good is this from Glasgow's Niko Matawalu?
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03 Nov 2017, 19:33
Watch: RugbyPass Pre Game - England vs. Barbarians
Andy Goode speaks to Steve Backshall who has brought along some dangerous animals to Barbarians training.
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03 Nov 2017, 14:43
Dragons sign Welsh rugby league starlet
Dragons have strengthened their options in the midfield with the signing of a young rugby league player.
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03 Nov 2017, 6:09
Named: Barbarian side to face All Blacks
Everyone's favourite invitational side, Barbarian FC, have named their side to take on the All Blacks at Twickenham this weekend.
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02 Nov 2017, 22:43
Rugby World Cup 2019 fixtures announced
Live coverage of RWC 2019 Match Schedule announcement from Tokyo, Japan
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02 Nov 2017, 2:36
King Carlos is coming back for the Blues
Is this the spark the Blues need to return them to former glory?
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01 Nov 2017, 17:08
Watch: Australia's latest stepping prodigy Jangala Bennet
Meet Australia's newest schoolboy sensation, Jangala Bennet, the latest prodigy turning heads in Queensland's GPS system for rugby…
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01 Nov 2017, 1:44
Named: Kiwi squads for Super Rugby 2018
The All Blacks have five games left in 2017, but that hasn't stopped the New Zealand teams getting themselves geared up for next y…
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01 Nov 2017, 0:59
Watch: Three red cards in Racing 92 Top 14 clash
Racing 92 beat Bordeaux 29-13 on Saturday, despite finishing the game with just 12 men.
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31 Oct 2017, 6:26
USRC Tigers pull off a stunning comeback in HKRU Premiership
The Borrelli Walsh USRC Tigers pulled off a stunning comeback to defeat Bloomberg HK Scottish in the Old Mutual International Menâ…
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30 Oct 2017, 2:20
Kiwis carving up the north - blasts from the past
European action returned to the domestic scene over the weekend, with the European Cup taking a break for the Aviva Premiership, T…
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30 Oct 2017, 0:19
Watch: the newest potential league convert to the All Blacks
There's another league player on the All Blacks' shopping list.
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28 Oct 2017, 19:33
Highlights: Canterbury secure Premiership title
The 35-13 demolition of the Tasman Makos secured Canterbury their ninth title in 10 years and their 14th overall.
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28 Oct 2017, 7:42
Wellington and BOP go at over point a minute - for 100 minutes
Watch as the defensive playbook goes out the window in Wellington.
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27 Oct 2017, 17:11
Watch: Japanese rugby to boost Currie Cup
A recent decision by Japanese rugby to put a strong focus on the development of its national team for the 2019 World Cup, looks …
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27 Oct 2017, 14:14
Scarlets release statement on the future of Pivac
Pivac joined the Scarlets ahead of the 2014-15 season taking over the title role following Simon Easterby's departure from the reg…
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27 Oct 2017, 4:25
Listen: 'England would beat the All Blacks'
Rugby Pass's Jim Hamilton has made a bold claim heading into the November international period, saying that England currently woul…
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26 Oct 2017, 22:43
One Lion omitted from English squad announcement
Eddie Jones has named his England squad to begin their preparations for the opening match of the Old Mutual Wealth Series against …
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26 Oct 2017, 4:45
Simon Zebo's new club and eye watering wages revealed
When you see the figures laid out in black in white it is hard to do anything other than agree with Simon Zebo's decision to leave…
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24 Oct 2017, 8:51
Watch: The reviews are in for Rugby 18
The game came out today in the USA and will launch in Europe on Friday the 27th of October.
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24 Oct 2017, 8:04
Josh Van Der Flier is latest Irish casualty
Joe Schmidt will name his squad for the upcoming Autumm internationals later this week but will be without Josh Van Der Flier.
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24 Oct 2017, 7:21
English trio cited and could face bans
English captain Dylan Hartley and two other English forwards have been cited following this weekend's European action.
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23 Oct 2017, 14:55
Watch: World Rugby's 'Breakthrough of the Year' nominees
The first batch of nominees have been revealed for the 2017 World Rugby Awards, taking place in Salle des Etoiles in Monte Carlo …
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23 Oct 2017, 14:11
BREAKING: Simon Zebo is leaving Munster
Munster Rugby and the IRFU have confirmed that Simon Zebo will depart the province at the end of the current season.
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23 Oct 2017, 12:12
Kiwis carving up the north: Champions Cup round two
While the All Blacks may have gone down to the Wallabies over the weekend, New Zealanders still had a few reasons to smile after a…
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22 Oct 2017, 20:39
Named: New faces in All Black squad
Steve Hansen has given the opportunity for some promising players to show their wares on the international stage.
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22 Oct 2017, 18:00
Watch: The ex-Fijian goalkeeper who just signed a Super Rugby contract
Filipo Daugunu has capped off a dream year, earning a Super Rugby contract with the Queensland Reds.
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21 Oct 2017, 0:56
Lee Byrne claims Rob Howley tried to humiliate him
Lee Byrne's autobiography, brilliantly titled the ‘The Byrne Identity’, instantly seems like a must-read for any rugby fan.
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20 Oct 2017, 15:28
Watch: RugbyPass Pre Game - Leicester Tigers
This weekend Jim is in Leicester ahead of there game with Castres Olympique tomorrow.
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20 Oct 2017, 14:35
Webb calls new Welsh policy 'a joke' in emotional outburst
Rhys Webb will become the first casualty of Welsh rugby's new selection policy when he joins Toulon on a three-year deal at the en…
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20 Oct 2017, 7:14
Watch: Graham Henry hilariously talks substitutions and Stephen Donald
Graham Henry fantastically and honestly recounts the chain of events that lead to Stephen Donald stepping up to take the World Cup…
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20 Oct 2017, 5:19
Marty & Jamie talk about Warren Gatland
Radio Sport NZ's Martin Devlin and Rugby Pass's Jamie Wall talk about Warren Gatland potentially coming back to NZ.
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19 Oct 2017, 15:33
Watch: Japan's next global superstar nobody knows about
Hosea Saumaki is a relatively unknown name in global rugby- however, we think that will change in the near future.
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19 Oct 2017, 0:03
Watch: Is the All Blacks/Wallabies rivalry dead?
This year's third Bledisloe test will again be a dead rubber match, with New Zealand wrapping up the series in a classic game two …
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18 Oct 2017, 17:00
All Black team named: Barrett out, Sopoaga in
Lima Sopoaga will start just the second test match of his All Black career this Saturday night, after Beauden Barrett was ruled ou…
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18 Oct 2017, 16:04
Jackson and Olding will stand trial for rape
Paddy Jackson and Stuart Olding will stand trial for rape it was ruled by the court today.
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17 Oct 2017, 14:48
Watch: Malcolm Marx talks mind games and 'that' performance
In an honest and frank interview, Marx discusses mind games that occur between opposing packs, also admitting to partaking in them…
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17 Oct 2017, 14:03
Francois Louw cited for alleged eye-gouge
Francois Louw has now been cited having allegedly made contact with the eyes of Marco Fuser, during Baths win over Treviso on Satu…
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17 Oct 2017, 8:40
Watch: Psalm Wooching from NFL prospect to USA rugby
Psalm Wooching had the American dream at his fingertips, touted as a probable late-round pick, instead Psalm walked away from the …
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17 Oct 2017, 7:23
Watch: Francois Louw set to be facing a lengthy ban
While Bath struggled in spells during their match against Benetton on Saturday, they did come away with a comfortable win.
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16 Oct 2017, 7:31
Opinion: New All Black Mo'unga is a kick in the balls to Australia and the rest
Richie Mo'unga's All Blacks selection serves as yet another reminder of the incredible depth in New Zealand rugby and another kick…
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16 Oct 2017, 3:45
Mo'unga called into All Black squad
The All Blacks squad will assemble in Brisbane later today to prepare for to play the Wallabies at Suncorp Stadium, this Saturday.…
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15 Oct 2017, 23:15
Key All Black re-signs till 2021
Watch out Robbie Henshaw.
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15 Oct 2017, 16:55
Watch: Li scores five tries against Mitre 10 Cup leaders
Defense was at a premium today in Albany, where home side North Harbour handed Taranaki a 64-33 lesson in the final round of the M…
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15 Oct 2017, 0:39
13 men, 50 points - an unlikely win by Counties Manukau
For most teams, having two players sent from the field at the same time would be the end of their hopes of victory.
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14 Oct 2017, 17:49
Watch: RugbyPass Pre Game - Northampton Saints
Sunday can't come soon enough, need a quick fix in the build-up to Northampton Saints vs. Saracens?
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13 Oct 2017, 7:26
Watch: Why the Wallabies vs. Barbarians is set to be a cracker
The Barbarians by their very nature play a thrilling and off the cuff game of rugby, never was this truer than for their upcoming …
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13 Oct 2017, 5:10
All Black domination 'boring' says ex coach
Two former international coaches have come out with diametrically opposed views to the All Blacks' last test victory - and one of …
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12 Oct 2017, 23:25
Ruggamatrix episode 257 - All Blacks just know how to win
The Rugby Championship is over so what do we make of the final standings? South Africa show pride but still can't win, but are th…
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12 Oct 2017, 22:54
Rob Andrew blames World Cup disaster entirely on Lancaster
In an extract from Rob Andrew's book, ‘The Game of My Life: battling for England in the professional era,’ England's World Cup…
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10 Oct 2017, 8:35
Watch: The stats behind Malcolm Marx's perfect 10 rating
Despite coming out on the losing end against New Zealand on Saturday, Malcolm Marx can afford to be inwardly quite pleased with h…
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09 Oct 2017, 15:13
Watch: Chiefs score clinically executed try straight off the training paddock
Exeter Chiefs went back to top of the table briefly at the weekend, beating Newcastle by 32 points to 24.
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09 Oct 2017, 13:20
Watch: In the sheds with Anton Lienert-Brown and the All Blacks
Anton Lienert-Brown who didn't see any game time on Saturday became an interviewer for a day, appearing to get more out of the pla…
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09 Oct 2017, 5:28
Kiwis carving up the north
It was another busy week for the New Zealand contingent of players across the European competitions, with a handful making all the…
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08 Oct 2017, 21:33
Pumas v Wallabies LIVE NOW
You can follow all the action on our LIVE MATCH CENTRE.
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07 Oct 2017, 18:29
All Blacks beat Boks in epic test
The All Blacks have beaten the Springboks 25-24 in an intense, thrilling match at Newlands in Cape Town.
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07 Oct 2017, 13:14
WATCH: Care and Vissers telepathic understanding leads to two tries
Danny Care was in exceptional form last night on his way to collecting the man-of-the-match award and defeating Sale by 42 points …
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07 Oct 2017, 11:59
All Blacks v Springboks LIVE NOW
Will it be another walkover for the All Blacks or are they ripe for an ambush? See how it plays out on our exclusive LIVE MATCH CE…
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07 Oct 2017, 11:12
Watch: Ireland's fastest rugby players have been revealed
Rugby is a game of attrition in the northern hemisphere, played throughout the winter and hence doesn't always lend itself to the…
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06 Oct 2017, 15:31
Watch: The Ranfurly Shield has a new home
Taranaki have stunned Canterbury 55-43 in Christchurch last night, winning the famous Ranfurly Shield for the first time since 201…
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06 Oct 2017, 15:30
Ruggamatrix episode 256
Should the rest of the world step up to All Blacks standards? This is a theme on message boards and we address it on this week's …
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05 Oct 2017, 16:13
Watch: Rugby 18 gameplay, do we finally have a game worth playing?
The game is set to arrive on our shelves October the 27th, brought to us by Big Ben Interactive and Eko Studio.
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05 Oct 2017, 15:56
Watch: Is the Aviva Premierships injury crisis out of control?
In the past four years the average tackle count has risen by a startling 33.2 percent, according to figures from The Telegraph.
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05 Oct 2017, 14:00
Familiar faces return for All Blacks
The All Blacks team has been named to play the final Rugby Championship match against South Africa at Newlands Stadium, Cape Town …
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05 Oct 2017, 0:09
Watch - HKRU Premiership's Friday Night Lights...and fights
A fitful Friday night match turned into a dramatic affair tonight at Kings Park as Kowloon claimed their first win of the Old Mutu…
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04 Oct 2017, 0:50
Watch: The best skills and the biggest hits from from this weekends Aviva Premiership
There were some moments of magic in the Aviva Premiership this weekend and lucky for us the best have been neatly packaged up in t…
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03 Oct 2017, 14:09
WATCH: Tongan schoolboy produces bone-jarring hit
Whenever you play a pacific island team, you know you are going to be at risk of being on the end of a bell-ringer. Tongan schoolb…
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03 Oct 2017, 4:34
Watch: Beast Cokanasiga puts pen to paper on four year deal
The 19-year-old was named in Eddie Jones’ England squad for the summer tour to Argentina after helping the Exiles make an immedi…
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02 Oct 2017, 7:40
Kiwis in European action over the weekend
While the All Blacks had another comfortable win over the Pumas over the weekend, there were plenty of other New Zealanders playin…
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01 Oct 2017, 23:02
Watch: Brian O'Driscoll gives his view on Sean O'Brien's controversial comments
While O'Driscoll commends the frankness with which O'Brien spoke, he was to some degree baffled about the reasoning behind it.
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01 Oct 2017, 9:35
Watch: This is why it's impossible not to like CJ Stander
Munster had their big names back for yesterdays 39-16 victory over Cardiff at Thomond Park, none bigger or classier than CJ Stan…
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01 Oct 2017, 7:52
LIVE NOW: Pumas v All Blacks
You can follow all the action right here in Rugby Pass's LIVE MATCH CENTRE.
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30 Sep 2017, 18:32
Watch: Ugo Monye takes out Worcester Warriors’ Jack Singleton from commentary box
Ugo Monye appears to take aim at Jack Singleton and even more incredibly hits the bullseye.
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30 Sep 2017, 14:21
Watch: Denny Solomona scores sensational try
It's been a turbulent period for Denny Solomona, from a very promising start to his international career in Argentina to getting s…
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30 Sep 2017, 7:33
Highlights: New Zealand Schools Barbarians vs Tonga Schoolboys
New Zealand Schools Barbarians have come away with a gritty 33-19 win over the Tongan Schoolboys in Palmerston North, whilst the N…
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29 Sep 2017, 14:49
Watch: Young Welsh sevens rugby star turned internet rap sensation
Wales Sevens star Lloyd Lewis is about to release the first of rap singles which were recorded in a converted garage.
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29 Sep 2017, 11:50
Reports confirm the new Munster Director of Rugby
With the heavily tipped Dave Wessels taking up the post at Melbourne Rebels, Munster had to go in a different direction in the se…
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29 Sep 2017, 7:33
Watch: The Honey Badger beatboxes to the Julian Savea groove
RugbyPass is delighted to bring you yet another serving of Nic Cummins, the enigmatic Wallaby accompanied by All Black Julian Save…
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29 Sep 2017, 4:58
Watch the Archbishop of Banterbury talk about industrial strength magnets
James Haskell appears to be back to his old ways after the infamous water bottle incident with Joe Marler a fortnight ago.
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28 Sep 2017, 13:45
Marty & Jamie run down the issues
Martin Devlin from Radio Sport NZ and Rugby Pass's Jamie Wall talk a bit of All Blacks, exactly where the Wallabies and Springboks…
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28 Sep 2017, 6:16
Hansen names one new cap in All Black side to play Pumas
The All Blacks team has been named to play the Rugby Championship match against Argentina at Estadio José Amalfitani.
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28 Sep 2017, 0:07
Charles Piutau on the 'hardest point in my career so far'
Charles Piutau is widely regarded as one of the most talented backs in world rugby, expected to go on and win many more All Blacks…
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27 Sep 2017, 11:23
BREAKING: Cardiff release statement as Danny Wilson rejects offer
The Cardiff Blues have today confirmed that Danny Wilson has decided to leave his position of head coach of the side.
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27 Sep 2017, 7:24
Coetzee questions his player's technical ability and releases a further three Boks
Allister Coetzee the Springboks coach, feels one player in particular lacks the technical ability that is needed at international …
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26 Sep 2017, 15:29
Watch: Terrible Haka Video Goes Viral (ish)
A seemingly innocuous upload to an All Blacks "Banter" page on Facebook has highlighted just how many Kiwis have been guilty of Ha…
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26 Sep 2017, 3:59
Most Watched 2017: The monstrous NZ Schoolboys backline
New Zealand are always expected to bring a strong line-up in the annual schoolboy test match against Australia. This year however…
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25 Sep 2017, 19:22
Kiwis carving up the north
While there was an election back home over the weekend, New Zealanders still made an impact in the Aviva Premiership, Pro14 and To…
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24 Sep 2017, 20:24
Asafo Aumua is a beast on defence as well
New Wellington hooker Asafo Aumua has been lighting up highlight reels with ball in hand so far in the Mitre 10 Cup, but he showed…
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24 Sep 2017, 17:00
Worrying scenes for both Saracens and England
Saracens have just run out comprehensive winners against Sale Sharks by 41-13. One blot on their otherwise pristine copybook …
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23 Sep 2017, 11:55
Martyn Williams calls for a change of captaincy in the Welsh team
Current skipper Alun Wyn Jones was given the captaincy for last years campaign and is tipped by many to be captain this autumn, du…
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23 Sep 2017, 9:46
Watch: Lions PR department refute Sean O'Brien's claims 'line by line'
Lions chief executive John Feehan has defended Warren Gatland in the wake of O'Brien's criticism of his coaching panel on Wednesda…
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22 Sep 2017, 7:38
The secret behind AJ MacGinty's near immaculate kicking stats
The USA and Sale Sharks fly-half has made a phenomenal start with the boot to Sale's Aviva Premiership campaign.
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22 Sep 2017, 5:39
Barrett's holiday cancelled
Beauden Barrett will once again don the number 10 jersey against the Pumas, and will most likely play 80 minutes.
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21 Sep 2017, 23:39
Let's talk about Springbok selection policies
Merit based or race based? Andrew Mehrtens gave his two cents on The Short Ball this week, laying into the debate about South Afri…
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21 Sep 2017, 21:11
Billy Vunipola supports O'Brien's critique of Lions coaching staff
English backrower Billy Vunipola believes if the Lions had been under the tutelage of Eddie Jones in New Zealand, the tourists wou…
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21 Sep 2017, 12:07
New Super Rugby format, draw announced
Three less teams, one less conference and a change in flight patterns for the Sunwolves.
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21 Sep 2017, 2:26
NZ Prime Minister's son is a gun on the rugby field
English Jr. was the captain of the St Pats Town 1st XV in Wellington, and was also included in the Hurricanes under-18 squad this …
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20 Sep 2017, 23:47
Ruggamatrix episode 255
57-0 gives us plenty to talk about. Were the All Blacks that good? Were the Springboks that bad?
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20 Sep 2017, 23:16
Watch: The Dragons just signed 116kg of prime American beef
He arrives at Rodney Parade as injury cover for Sam Beard and Tyler Morgan. Beard suffered a shoulder injury against Edinburgh two…
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19 Sep 2017, 10:18
Injury update on Springboks flanker Jaco Kriel
It would appear that the injury Jaco Kriel sustained in the Springboks clash with Australia seems to be more serious than first an…
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19 Sep 2017, 6:41
Cian Healy ejected from Leinster's flight to Cape Town
Leinster's Cian Healy was asked to disembark a flight from Port Elizabeth to Cape Town yesterday.
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18 Sep 2017, 14:43
Gloucester sign Wallaby international on short term deal
In a statement released today, Glocester Rugby confirmed the signing of the Australian international on a short-term deal prior to…
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18 Sep 2017, 9:56
Several Springboks released from duty for Currie Cup fixtures
It was confirmed today by SA rugby that a number of players would be permitted to take part in The Currie Cup this coming weekend.
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18 Sep 2017, 8:15
Three familiar faces back for the All Blacks
A group of senior players will miss the Argentinian leg of the Rugby Championship, as the All Blacks management looks to manage th…
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17 Sep 2017, 18:14
Hansen to name two separate squads for the All Blacks final two tests
Strength in depth is one of the greatest weapons at the disposal of Steve Hansen, evident in the decision to pick two twenty eight…
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17 Sep 2017, 10:00
LIVE GAME - Wallabies v Pumas
GIO Stadium in Canberra is the venue for the second of tonight's Rugby Championship matches, where the Wallabies are hosting the P…
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16 Sep 2017, 6:04
MATCH REPORT - All Blacks massacre Boks in Albany
The All Blacks destroyed the Springboks tonight at QBE Stadium in Albany, winning 57-0 in a very one-sided test.
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16 Sep 2017, 5:24
LIVE GAME - All Blacks v Springboks
The biggest battle in world rugby is happening in Albany as the All Blacks take on old foes the Springboks in The Rugby Championsh…
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16 Sep 2017, 3:45
Fantasy Rugger: Round Three Top Performers
Week three of the Rugby Championship saw the All Blacks getting pushed (for a while at least) by the Pumas, then the Wallabies bat…
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11 Sep 2017, 0:56
MITRE 10 CUP ROUNDUP - Three kickers combine for 79 points [VIDEO]
Things were looking good on Friday night for Southland at halftime. The underdogs (so much so that the TAB had suspended betting o…
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10 Sep 2017, 19:21
Watch: An absolutely enormous 22 metre drop-out was kicked in New Zealand today
It's very rare that a twenty two drop out makes the highlight reel but this one deserves a it's place in the pantheon of greatest …
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08 Sep 2017, 14:02
WATCH: Details emerge about Perth's breakaway rugby competition
According to Brett McKay on The Short Ball, plans have advanced to a stage where the Force will be apparently playing an internati…
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07 Sep 2017, 18:26
Scarlets suffer backrow injury blow
Scarlets have today confirmed that flanker James Davies will undergo surgery on his shoulder tomorrow, Friday 8th September.
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07 Sep 2017, 13:06
WATCH: Zero evidence of improvement from Pumas
'Coming down a level' - that's how Scotty Stevenson has described what the All Blacks are doing this weekend against Los Pumas.
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06 Sep 2017, 19:08
Watch: Sensational Ratuva Tavuyara offload to put the 'Tongan Bear' away for a 20 metre try
Watch Ratuva Tavuyara find space down the right wing, casually step back inside and execute a jaw dropping over the shoulder no-lo…
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06 Sep 2017, 6:38
VIDEO: David Flatman picks his Premiership Round 1 'Flats XV'
David Flatman picks his XV from the first round of the 2017-18 Aviva Premiership Rugby season.
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05 Sep 2017, 14:45
BREAKING: Bath headcoach to leave club just 2 weeks into season
Bath Rugby has confirmed that Tabai Matson is leaving his position as Head Coach to return to New Zealand due to family reasons. …
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05 Sep 2017, 9:21
INJURY UPDATE: All Blacks lose key players
The All Blacks received some bad injury news in the lead up to Saturday night's test against Argentina in New Plymouth.
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03 Sep 2017, 21:49
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