Report: Sam Whitelock a possibility to return for Springboks matches
Veteran lock Sam Whitelock is reportedly the likeliest of the frontline New Zealand-based All Blacks return to Ian Foster's squad …
Sam Smith
03 Sep 2021, 22:08
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All Blacks powerhouse Fifita to make Wasps bow this weekend
New All Blacks signing Vaea Fifita is set to make his bow for Wasps this weekend in a pre-season friendly against Coventry Rugby.
Sam Smith
03 Sep 2021, 6:54
'Disappointed' Joe Schmidt leaves World Rugby role
World Rugby have confirmed that former Ireland head coach Joe Schmidt has decided to leave the organisation.
Sam Smith
03 Sep 2021, 3:11
Fijian Drua to be based in Australia for 2022 Super Rugby Pacific
The Fijian Drua have confirmed it will be based out of Australia for its debut Super Rugby Pacific campaign next year.
Sam Smith
02 Sep 2021, 22:07
'The Aussies spanked us': All Blacks cautious of potential bogey ground
While the All Blacks travel better than most international sides and win in Australia more often than they don't, there are a few …
Sam Smith
02 Sep 2021, 22:06
All Blacks coach opens up on the three-horse race for fullback spot
Jordie Barrett and Will Jordan aren't out of the reckoning to dislodge Damian McKenzie as All Blacks fullback over the coming week…
Sam Smith
02 Sep 2021, 20:37
Ex-Harlequins prop Ceri Jones takes charge of 'sleeping giant' RGC
The head coach appointment of 45-year-old Ceri Jones at RGC comes after his work as an assistant at Worcester and Dragons.
Sam Smith
02 Sep 2021, 11:05
Wallabies halfback Tate McDermott slams 'embarrassing' defence
Following last month's two shell-shockings at the hands of the All Blacks, Wallabies coach Dave Rennie suggested that the secret t…
Sam Smith
01 Sep 2021, 22:39
The best All Blacks XV: Who are New Zealand's greatest outside backs?
Which players would make an all-time All Blacks XV? That's the question fans will get to answer as a panel Kiwi experts aim to fin…
Sam Smith
31 Aug 2021, 19:25
Edinburgh bring in Super Rugby prop Harry Lloyd on short-term deal
Edinburgh have signed Harry Lloyd, the 26-year-old Australian who has been at the Brumbies and is joining the Western Force in 202…
Sam Smith
31 Aug 2021, 7:18
Scotland fill Blair vacancy with French-based South African coach
With Mike Blair joining Scotland, Gregor Townsend has appointed South African Alan-Basson Zondagh who joins from assisting Toulous…
Sam Smith
31 Aug 2021, 4:38
'Not all of it has been doom and gloom': Why Lolesio must start
Despite hints from head coach Dave Rennie that veteran playmaker Quade Cooper could make his long-awaited return to the test ar…
Sam Smith
31 Aug 2021, 0:18
Ma'a Nonu and Conrad Smith named greatest All Blacks midfielders
Ma'a Nonu and Conrad Smith have been named as the greatest All Blacks midfielders of all-time by a panel of rugby experts and the …
Sam Smith
30 Aug 2021, 20:29
'That like-for-like is similar': Why Weber has the wood over Perenara
The absence of Aaron Smith in the touring squad will offer the chance for a new halfback to start for the All Blacks, with Brad We…
Sam Smith
30 Aug 2021, 19:36
What Julian Savea said to Ardie after All Blacks captaincy announcement
Ardie Savea has revealed what older brother Julian said to him following last week's announcement that he will captain the All Bla…
Sam Smith
30 Aug 2021, 0:55
All Blacks to decide on who to pair Barrett with as dual playmaker
Beauden Barrett is set to start for the All Blacks this weekend, but who accompanies him in the dual playmaking role has been cast…
Sam Smith
29 Aug 2021, 22:04
Super Rugby star weighs in on who should start at No 9 for Springboks
A Super Rugby star has delivered his verdict as to who from South Africa's impressive depth pool should start at No 9 for the Spri…
Sam Smith
28 Aug 2021, 0:47
'You never know': SBW refuses to rule out move into coaching
Sonny Bill Williams says that while he doesn't see himself becoming a professional rugby coach any time soon, he hasn't ruled out …
Sam Smith
27 Aug 2021, 18:46
Fixtures released: URC confirm 'most complex' schedule ever to avoid clashes
The United Rugby Championship (URC) have released what they've called their 'most complex' schedule yet as they bid to launch thei…
Sam Smith
27 Aug 2021, 8:50
Fit-again Bastareaud poised for first match since December injury
It has been eight months since veteran French star Mathieu Bastareaud was last seen in action for Lyon after he joined them from t…
Sam Smith
26 Aug 2021, 10:02
