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Sam Smith

Roving reporter and RugbyPass Employee of the Month Runner Up, March 2016. Based in Auckland, New Zealand.

'Right now, if he stays fit, I'd take him': The All Black chances for the Hurricanes' front row veterans

The Hurricanes were boosted by the long awaited return of two All Black front rowers, Owen Franks and Dane Coles, when they played…

Sam Smith
Sam Smith
10 May 2022, 21:22

'How do you defend that?': Will Jordan's latest try has everyone stunned

Jordan had been the first receiver on the opposite side but had anticipated a kick from his teammate and was running at full speed…

Sam Smith
Sam Smith
07 May 2022, 19:39

Wallaby centre Perese set up one of the tries of the season that was cruelly snubbed out

Waratahs outside centre Izaia Perese set up one of the tries of the season against Moana Pasifika at Mt Smart Stadium only for the…

Sam Smith
Sam Smith
07 May 2022, 19:05

'He wasn't even in the 23': Backline merchants impressing for Moana Pasifika

Moana Pasifika came within a hair's breadth of scoring a second Super Rugby Pacific victory on Saturday night when they were narro…

Sam Smith
Sam Smith
07 May 2022, 13:17

'Am I no longer of value to society?': Dan Carter and Richie McCaw's post-rugby struggles

All Blacks icons Dan Carter and Richie McCaw have opened up on their post-rugby struggles, revealing they are coming to terms with…

Sam Smith
Sam Smith
07 May 2022, 1:43

Watch: Eden Park pitch invader flattened in monstrous security guard tackle

The defensive work of Eden Park's security guards has caught the attention of the rugby world after two immense tackles were made …

Sam Smith
Sam Smith
06 May 2022, 22:32

Watch: Mark Telea's acrobatics cap off try-of-the-season contender

After conceding 14 points in the opening five minutes, it appeared that the Blues were set for a long night against the Rebels at …

Sam Smith
Sam Smith
06 May 2022, 4:31

'I believe': New Los Pumas coach Michael Cheika says Argentina can win World Cup

Newly-appointed Los Pumas boss Michael Cheika believes Argentina are capable of winning next year's World Cup in France.

Sam Smith
Sam Smith
06 May 2022, 1:12

'The fight for you': Boxing legend pushes Sonny Bill Williams as Jake Paul's next bout

Famous UK boxing promoter Eddie Hearn has told Jake Paul that his next fight should be against former All Blacks and Rugby League …

Sam Smith
Sam Smith
04 May 2022, 19:47

Report: Nemani Nadolo set for Super Rugby Pacific return next year

Fijian star Nemani Nadolo is reportedly set to sign a one-year deal with the Waratahs ahead of next year's Super Rugby Pacific cam…

Sam Smith
Sam Smith
04 May 2022, 1:26

'If you want to win games, it does help to have an experienced 10'

The Hurricanes have unsurprisingly faced criticism following their loss on Sunday to the Brumbies in Canberra, with much of that b…

Sam Smith
Sam Smith
03 May 2022, 11:15

'Don't read anything into this': Ex-All Black unconcerned by Crusaders loss to Waratahs

Former All Blacks wing Jeff Wilson says he doesn't read anything into the shock Super Rugby Pacific win by the Waratahs over the C…

Sam Smith
Sam Smith
02 May 2022, 0:53

Watch: Absolutely rapid Drua wing Habosi burns the Highlanders twice

The Fijian Drua may have uncovered the game's next star finisher in Vinaya Habosi who burned the Highlanders twice early to set up…

Sam Smith
Sam Smith
01 May 2022, 1:32

Watch: Young Aussie flyhalf produces Gregan-like effort to deny try with tackle of the year

One of the most inspiring cover tackles of the season has been produced by Melbourne Rebels young flyhalf Carter Gordon in their 2…

Sam Smith
Sam Smith
30 Apr 2022, 21:34

'Wow': Crusaders lock red carded for 'dipless' high shot on Michael Hooper

Crusaders lock Hamish Dalzell was red carded for an awkward high shot on Wallaby captain Michael Hooper at a pivotal moment in the…

Sam Smith
Sam Smith
30 Apr 2022, 18:48

'They're going to get some big names': Rebels will chase Wallaby and All Black stars

With the traditional big three clubs back to strength in the Australian conference, the Reds, the Brumbies and the Waratahs, the R…

Sam Smith
Sam Smith
30 Apr 2022, 17:21

Report: All Blacks set for mid-week Bledisloe Cup clash against Wallabies

The Wallabies are reportedly set to host the All Blacks in a rare mid-week Bledisloe Cup clash in Australia later this year.

Sam Smith
Sam Smith
30 Apr 2022, 1:14

Why Jackson Garden-Bachop is leading race for Hurricanes No 10 jersey

Hurricanes coach Jason Holland has seen fit to make just four changes to the team's starting line-up for this weekend's clash with…

Sam Smith
Sam Smith
29 Apr 2022, 22:22

Kalyn Ponga expresses 'commitment' to NRL as he pulls plug on All Blacks dream

NRL star Kalyn Ponga claims he has pulled the plug on his All Blacks dream after expressing his "commitment" to rugby league.

Sam Smith
Sam Smith
29 Apr 2022, 1:30

'That could be it': All Blacks great Ben Smith on verge of retirement

Former All Blacks star Ben Smith says he may be on the verge of retirement as the Japan Rugby League One season draws to a close.

Sam Smith
Sam Smith
28 Apr 2022, 21:06
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