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Sam Smith

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

'If I had my time again, I would have picked him': Hansen's 2019 World Cup selection regret

Sir Steve Hansen has revealed his World Cup selection regret from the All Blacks failed bid in Japan for three consecutive World C…

Sam Smith
Sam Smith
29 Nov 2022, 20:58

'That is not the game': Ex-Bok coach de Villiers calls out Erasmus' one-sided approach

Former Springboks head coach Peter de Villiers has shared his views on the Rassie Erasmus saga which he believes has taken the gam…

Sam Smith
Sam Smith
30 Nov 2022, 16:59

'We are making it a bit boring': Former Bok coach's gripe with current approach

Former Springboks head coach Peter de Villiers has offered his thoughts on who should play No 10 for South Africa heading into the…

Sam Smith
Sam Smith
30 Nov 2022, 23:33

Watch: Matthieu Jalibert puts Ntamack on notice with untouchable performance

Flyhalf Matthieu Jalibert has delivered a masterclass for Bordeaux Begles in their comprehensive 33-13 win over Brive.

Sam Smith
Sam Smith
03 Dec 2022, 15:49

'My players are not safe': Ex-All Black at the centre of high shot controversy

Former All Black Vaea Fifita was at the centre of controversy in the Scarlets 32-15 loss to the Lions in South Africa.

Sam Smith
Sam Smith
04 Dec 2022, 15:57

The big play by Codie Taylor that made Willie le Roux and Ellis Park furious

A big play by hooker Codie Taylor shook the South African crowd as he came up with a massive kick chase to pin the Springboks deep…

Sam Smith
Sam Smith
07 Dec 2022, 15:54

'I was too light': Former Wallaby whiz kid opens up on early international career

Former Wallaby and Australian rugby prodigy Jack Maddocks has opened up about his short international career.

Sam Smith
Sam Smith
07 Dec 2022, 19:31

'Spineless': When the All Blacks massacred the Boks in 2011

In a stiff Wellington southerly the Springboks were smite by the All Blacks after a sublime performance by Dan Carter.

Sam Smith
Sam Smith
07 Dec 2022, 23:05

Ruahei Demant and Ardie Savea recognised as NZ's best at annual awards

Black Ferns co-captain and World Cup winner, Ruahei Demant has collected three major prizes at the 2022 ASB Rugby Awards, includin…

Sam Smith
Sam Smith
08 Dec 2022, 3:14

Watch Portugal vs USA highlights | RWC2023 Final Qualification Tournament

Catch up on all the highlights from the final game of the Rugby World Cup 2023 Final Qualification Tournament between USA and Port…

Sam Smith
Sam Smith
20 Nov 2022, 21:38

Nigel Owens weighs in on Erasmus' Tweet storms with a stern message

Former referee Nigel Owens is the latest high profile name to step into the debate around Springboks Director of Rugby Rassie Eras…

Sam Smith
Sam Smith
15 Nov 2022, 21:59

'New Joubert in town': Questions over Telea's match-winning try left unanswered

The All Blacks scored two tries while Dempsey was off the park including Mark Telea's second try which many felt deserved a second…

Sam Smith
Sam Smith
14 Nov 2022, 18:44

RECAP: New Zealand vs England live updates | Rugby World Cup 2021 Final

Get live updates from Eden Park as the New Zealand Black Ferns meet England's Red Roses in the Women's Rugby World Cup Final.

Sam Smith
Sam Smith
11 Nov 2022, 13:58

RECAP: Canada Women vs France Women LIVE | Rugby World Cup 2021

Get live updates from Eden Park as Canada Women face France Women in the 3rd place playoff at the Women's Rugby World Cup 2021.

Sam Smith
Sam Smith
11 Nov 2022, 13:35

The All Blacks XV side to play the Barbarians named

The All Blacks XV team has been named to play the Barbarians at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in London on Sunday.

Sam Smith
Sam Smith
11 Nov 2022, 2:01

Mike Tindall: A brief rugby history

While for many Mike Tindall will be better known for his royal marriage and his newfound career as a reality television star, for …

Sam Smith
Sam Smith
10 Nov 2022, 5:49

Highlanders draft in former All Black as Folau Fakatava opts out of surgery

Highlanders and All Blacks halfback Folau Fakatava has elected a non-operative approach initially for his injured knee.

Sam Smith
Sam Smith
09 Nov 2022, 12:05

'Ma'a Nonu has flown up twice': Black Ferns tap into All Blacks experience

All Blacks, Olympic gold medalists and the coach's "favourite New Zealand" act are among the many contributors to the Black Ferns'…

Sam Smith
Sam Smith
08 Nov 2022, 22:30

'Not fit for purpose': Eddie Jones accused of gaslighting as England's loss leaves fans furious

England's catatrophic start to the Autumn Nations Series has been ridiculed online after falling to Argentina 30-29 at Twickenham.…

Sam Smith
Sam Smith
06 Nov 2022, 15:10

Watch: Jordie Barrett goes after rookie Welsh wing after spectacular aerial grab

Jordie Barrett landed in the in-goal to score a key try to put the All Blacks up 22-10 just before the half-time break.

Sam Smith
Sam Smith
05 Nov 2022, 21:10
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