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'The bus is back in service!': Wellington star Julian Savea scores in vintage fashion upon Mitre 10 Cup return

It didn't take Julian Savea long to stamp his mark on proceedings upon his return for Wellington in their Mitre 10 Cup opener agai…

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Online Editors
11 Sep 2020, 22:38

'It'll be tough': All Blacks duo react to New Zealand losing Rugby Championship hosting rights

The All Blacks are facing the prospect of being stuck in quarantine during Christmas Day after Australia were handed hosting right…

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Online Editors
11 Sep 2020, 21:52

NZ Rugby chairman reveals the real reason New Zealand lost the Rugby Championship to Australia

Tense negotiations to bring the Rugby Championship to New Zealand were harpooned by the Government's unwillingness to negotiate, c…

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Online Editors
11 Sep 2020, 19:30

One more title? Dan Carter's heartwarming New Zealand rugby final return

There are few trophies Dan Carter has failed to touch in his storied rugby career, but one that has evaded him will be on the line…

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Online Editors
11 Sep 2020, 18:16

Bristol change 12 and hand one-time Ireland international Adeolokun a debut

With a Challenge Cup on the horizon, Bristol have made 12 changes to face Wasps and give a debut to new short-term signing, Niyi A…

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Online Editors
11 Sep 2020, 8:35

Rivalry on ice as Saracens and Exeter name understrength teams for Sunday

Saracens and Exeter served up two full-strength Premiership classics in 2019 but Sunday's latest renewal will feature their unders…

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Online Editors
11 Sep 2020, 7:06

Blame game: The Christmas sacrifice the All Blacks must now make after losing Championship hosting bid

The ramifications of Australia pinching the Championship hosting rights from New Zealand have Christmas consequences for the trave…

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Online Editors
11 Sep 2020, 3:07

Sam Cane returns from concussion injury as All Blacks halfback starts for Bay of Plenty

All Blacks captain Sam Cane will make his return from a month-long sideline spell with Bay of Plenty in their opening Mitre 10 Cup…

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Online Editors
10 Sep 2020, 23:56

Aaron Smith, Nehe Milner-Skudder named in Turbos' first team of the year

Aaron Smith’s long-awaited return to the green and white jersey will be via the bench when the Turbos take on Northland in Whang…

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Online Editors
10 Sep 2020, 23:56

Barrett brothers spearhead a super-powered Taranaki lineup

While Jordie Barrett was always a likely inclusion for his first-ever match for Taranki in their opening Mitre 10 Cup derby, his b…

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Online Editors
10 Sep 2020, 20:48

Jack Goodhue and Rene Ranger form crack Northland midfield for Manawatu showdown

Northland will be bolstered by All Blacks midfielder Jack Goodhue in their Sunday afternoon encounter with Manawatu and the Crusad…

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Online Editors
10 Sep 2020, 19:43

Luke Jacobson finally has opportunity to captain Waikato side bolstered by Anton Lienert-Brown and Damian McKenzie

Running out in a Mitre 10 Cup for Waikato while wearing the captain's armband has been a long time coming for Luke Jacobson.

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Online Editors
10 Sep 2020, 18:25

Report: New Zealand lose Rugby Championship hosting rights to Australia

Australia is expected to be announced as this year's Rugby Championships hosts.

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Online Editors
10 Sep 2020, 17:29

Fresh injury concern hits All Blacks' already depleted locking stocks

The All Blacks have been handed another injury concern, with Patrick Tuipulotu ruled out of Auckland's Mitre 10 Cup opener against…

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Online Editors
10 Sep 2020, 16:29

Bristol's Siale Piutau has appeal against three-match ban dismissed

Bristol were adamant Siale Piutau acted in self-defence at Worcester, but the veteran midfield's three-game ban will stand after a…

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Online Editors
10 Sep 2020, 15:32

'The bookies are basically saying we have no chance'

Ulster haven't won a trophy since 2006 and coach Dan McFarland, nearing the end of his second season, has highlighted how little t…

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Online Editors
10 Sep 2020, 13:04

Marcus Smith has beaten an illustrious list of names to Premiership points landmark

Marcus Smith is a young man in a hurry and his efforts for Harlequins against London Irish on Wednesday saw his pass a Premiership…

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Online Editors
10 Sep 2020, 10:41

PRO14 consolation prizes continue to fall Edinburgh's way after dramatic semi-final loss

Edinburgh hopes of a first league title win were scuppered by last weekend's late penalty kick but they have collected other PRO14…

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Online Editors
10 Sep 2020, 7:35

Bristol appeal the three-game ban given to Siale Piutau

Siale Piutau has already missed one match, sitting out the Tuesday night Bristol win over Northampton, but Pat Lam still wants the…

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Online Editors
10 Sep 2020, 4:20

Josh Ioane suits up at 10 for Otago while Nasi Manu set for debut off the bench

Fresh from facing the disappointment of missing out on selection for the All Blacks, Josh Ioane has been named in the playmaker's …

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Online Editors
10 Sep 2020, 2:08
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