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Sam Smith

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

Watch: TMO howler helps Lions to first win over Mako in 12 years

While Tasman and Wellington played out a thrilling contest to the death that boasted a number of exceptional tries, it's a howler …

Sam Smith
Sam Smith
07 Sep 2022, 11:03

Wallaroos announce squad for next month's World Cup

Wallaroos coach Jay Tregonning has announced his 32-player squad for the World Cup that starts on October 8 in New Zealand.

Sam Smith
Sam Smith
06 Sep 2022, 22:03

Former Wallaby Will Genia calls for changes after 'failing to fire' in Sydney

Former Wallabies halfback Will Genia says young No 10 Noah Lolesio must be held accountable after the performance in Sydney 'faile…

Sam Smith
Sam Smith
06 Sep 2022, 21:18

'Highest in the world': Ex-All Black explains the Ryan standard

Since Jason Ryan has joined the coaching staff the All Blacks have not conceded a rolling maul try in four tests against South Afr…

Sam Smith
Sam Smith
06 Sep 2022, 1:34

Harlequins CEO refutes latest Premiership debt reports

Harlequins CEO Laurie Dalrymple has responded on Twitter to a report on the extent of their debt, saying it is "factually inaccura…

Sam Smith
Sam Smith
05 Sep 2022, 8:19

Wales flanker Ellis Jenkins sidelined following problems with knee surgery

Cardiff director of rugby Dai Young has revealed that flanker Ellis Jenkins has not trained all summer after a knee operation at t…

Sam Smith
Sam Smith
04 Sep 2022, 10:50

No ill feelings between Eben Etzebeth and Allan Alaalatoa after fracas

Any bad blood between South Africa lock Eben Etzebeth and Australia tighthead Allan Alaalatoa remained on the Allianz Stadium pitc…

Sam Smith
Sam Smith
04 Sep 2022, 5:00

'Out of character': All Blacks coaches on Pablo Matera's handshake snub of Dane Coles

The All Blacks coaches have weighed in on the post-game snub from Los Pumas No 8 Pablo Matera on Dane Coles.

Sam Smith
Sam Smith
03 Sep 2022, 23:59

'Lucky not to see straight red': What triggered Etzebeth's manic episode

South African lock Eben Etzebeth was in the thick of it with Wallabies prop Allan Alaalatoa which had many on Twitter impressed wi…

Sam Smith
Sam Smith
03 Sep 2022, 17:55

Watch: Pablo Matera takes umbrage with Dane Coles after Hamilton thumping

After landing on the wrong side of a 53-3 pasting in Hamilton, Pumas loose forward Pablo Matera appeared to let out some of his fr…

Sam Smith
Sam Smith
03 Sep 2022, 7:23

Ardie Savea fires back: 'Do you feel like we haven't been dominating?'

Ardie Savea has baulked at suggestions that the All Blacks loose forwards have been dominated by the opposition this year.

Sam Smith
Sam Smith
01 Sep 2022, 12:48

'Dirty little idiot': Rugby World Cup Chief stood down after bullying scandal

The government intervened in quick fashion after uncovering “alarming managerial practices” and “infringements of financial …

Sam Smith
Sam Smith
30 Aug 2022, 18:39

'Might as well': John Kirwan calls for captain Cane to 'sit one out'

Former All Black John Kirwan has called for changes including a rest for captain Sam Cane in the second test against Argentina.

Sam Smith
Sam Smith
30 Aug 2022, 1:10

All Black hooker commits to Hurricanes long-term

The 25-year-old, who had been contracted until 2023, said he was thrilled to extend his time with the Hurricanes. 

Sam Smith
Sam Smith
29 Aug 2022, 21:44

'They played no rugby': Ex-All Blacks at loggerheads over historic loss to Pumas

John Kirwan quickly interjected to refute Wilson’s idea that New Zealand had control of the test after heading into the sheds wi…

Sam Smith
Sam Smith
29 Aug 2022, 18:48

'Astonished': Sam Warburton disapproves of Marika Koroibete's big tackle

Former Wales and British & Irish Lions captain Sam Warburton is not a fan of the flying try-saving tackle by Marika Koroibete.

Sam Smith
Sam Smith
28 Aug 2022, 19:37

Former Wallaby great calls for more support for faltering All Blacks

The former Wallaby playmaker took to Twitter to call for more support behind the All Blacks.

Sam Smith
Sam Smith
27 Aug 2022, 19:49

Nigel Owens' previous stance may explain illegality in the Mapimpi tackle

Wallabies wing Marika Koroibete’s missile-like try-saving tackle on Makazole Mapimpi has come under the spotlight.

Sam Smith
Sam Smith
27 Aug 2022, 18:45

South African broadcaster wants Nic White apology like Bryan Habana

South African TV presenter and broadcasting personality Derek Alberts wants Wallabies halfback Nic White to issue an apology.

Sam Smith
Sam Smith
27 Aug 2022, 18:05

Watch: Wallabies take just 62 seconds to unravel the Springboks defence

The Wallabies had no interest in playing to expectations on Saturday afternoon and they burst out of the blocks with fire in the b…

Sam Smith
Sam Smith
27 Aug 2022, 2:08
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