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Sam Smith

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

'It's an easy fix. Very easy': Plea to World Rugby to sort Folau Fakatava's All Black eligibility

The extension of World Rugby's residency qualification rule from three to five years has thrown a spanner in the works for those o…

Sam Smith
Sam Smith
27 Nov 2021, 18:36

Mathieu Bastareaud receives standing ovation after collapsing in Toulon return

Less than four minutes into Lyon's clash with Toulon at Stade Mayol, Toulon's former captain Mathieu Bastareaud was forced from th…

Sam Smith
Sam Smith
27 Nov 2021, 17:03

Manu Samoa boss sets sights on one-test All Blacks star Josh Ioane

Manu Samoa head coach Seilala Mapusua singled out one-test All Blacks playmaker Josh Ioane as a player he is keen to capture under…

Sam Smith
Sam Smith
26 Nov 2021, 0:00

Rising Wales star Basham opts to stay local with long term contract

The Dragons have managed to retain rising Wales back-row star Taine Basham, securing his services with a new 'long term contract'.…

Sam Smith
Sam Smith
25 Nov 2021, 7:26

'It's been disappointing': All Blacks boss Ian Foster responds to critics

All Blacks head coach Ian Foster has acknowledged the backlash from fans across New Zealand after his side finished its worst seas…

Sam Smith
Sam Smith
24 Nov 2021, 0:52

Super Rugby Pacific jeopardised by New Zealand's new border restrictions

The inaugural edition of Super Rugby Pacific has come under threat following the announcement of New Zealand's new border restrict…

Sam Smith
Sam Smith
23 Nov 2021, 23:28

'We support Foster': NZR backs under-fire All Blacks boss Ian Foster

New Zealand Rugby has thrown its support around under-fire All Blacks head coach Ian Foster following a dismal end to his side's t…

Sam Smith
Sam Smith
22 Nov 2021, 18:54

'I've got my opinions': Scott Robertson on Ian Foster and All Blacks

Scott Robertson has responded to questions over the performance of Ian Foster and the All Blacks in the wake of the team's success…

Sam Smith
Sam Smith
21 Nov 2021, 23:43

'Truly exposed': France put All Blacks' deficiencies in clear view

The game was in the balance as France held a two-point lead at 27-25 with roughly twenty minutes left before an outstanding piece …

Sam Smith
Sam Smith
20 Nov 2021, 18:04

What Nienaber told Springboks changing room after heartbreaking loss

Springbok coach Jacques Nienaber has been reacting to South Africa's heartbreaking loss to England in Twickenham, telling his char…

Sam Smith
Sam Smith
20 Nov 2021, 14:09

Concussion forces ex-All Black into retirement at the age of 26

Former one-test All Blacks Dillon Hunt has been forced to retire from rugby at the age of 26 due to ongoing concussion symptoms.

Sam Smith
Sam Smith
19 Nov 2021, 20:36

New Zealand could equal lowest ever World Rugby ranking this weekend

New Zealand could fall to their lowest ever position on World Rugby's rankings table, if results don't go their way this weekend i…

Sam Smith
Sam Smith
19 Nov 2021, 15:03

A Lion returns, new halfback pairing and Ireland recall for Ulster flyer

Ireland have given a re-call to Ulster flyer Robert Baloucoune for Sunday afternoon's Autumn Nations Series clash with Argentina a…

Sam Smith
Sam Smith
19 Nov 2021, 9:16

Steve Diamond appointed at Worcester Warriors

Former Sale Sharks boss Steve Diamond has returned to Premiership Rugby after it was confirmed that he has been appointed as Lead …

Sam Smith
Sam Smith
18 Nov 2021, 7:33

'What specifically are you getting at?': Moody bristles at NZ pack criticism

While the All Blacks may have suffered a 29-20 defeat at the hands of Ireland over the weekend, prop Joe Moody has rebuked any sug…

Sam Smith
Sam Smith
16 Nov 2021, 12:49

Richie Mo'unga set to miss opening rounds of Super Rugby Pacific

All Blacks playmaker Richie Mo'unga is set to miss the opening rounds of next year's inaugural edition of Super Rugby Pacific.

Sam Smith
Sam Smith
15 Nov 2021, 23:25

'So proud': US President Joe Biden celebrates Ireland's win over All Blacks

United States of America President Joe Biden has celebrated Ireland's win over the All Blacks by calling the side in the wake of t…

Sam Smith
Sam Smith
15 Nov 2021, 0:03

'We can't copy Ireland': France hint at game plan to beat All Blacks

Don't expect France to replicate Ireland in the way in which they go about trying to beat the All Blacks in Paris this weekend.

Sam Smith
Sam Smith
14 Nov 2021, 16:57

Wales lose Josh Adams minutes before Fiji game

Josh Adams has been a last minute withdrawal from the Wales team after appearing to pull-up in the pre-game warm-up.

Sam Smith
Sam Smith
14 Nov 2021, 10:07

'Lost his spark': All Blacks' Crusader contingent under spotlight

The All Blacks third defeat to Ireland over the last five years was a thoroughly deserved 29-20 victory, forcing the visitors into…

Sam Smith
Sam Smith
13 Nov 2021, 17:01
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