'It wasn't meant to be': John Plumtree's candid reflections on Dublin 2013
While it wasn't until 2016 that Ireland first defeated the All Blacks, scoring a 40-29 win at Soldier Field in Chicago to end 111 …
Tom Vinicombe
10 Nov 2021, 8:24
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Tom Vinicombe is Southern Hemisphere features editor for RugbyPass. Tom has travelled the world covering rugby and lived in Europe, Asia and Oceania.
'The carcass is all good': Dane Coles reflects on long-awaited return
All Blacks hooker Dane Coles has bounced back from more injuries than most, with the 34-year-old, making his starting return to th…
Tom Vinicombe
09 Nov 2021, 12:28
'Like dad playing with the kids': Coles explains All Blacks' struggles
All Blacks hooker Dane Coles believes that while it may have taken him and his teammates time to find their feet against a feisty …
Tom Vinicombe
09 Nov 2021, 11:55
Opinion
Ireland, not France, will be the All Blacks' toughest test
Ireland have been quietly going about their business without any of the hype of France.
Tom Vinicombe
07 Nov 2021, 12:35
Opinion
Wallabies player ratings vs Scotland | Autumn Nations Series
The Wallabies entered their match with Scotland sitting on five straight victories and there would have been plenty of confidence …
Tom Vinicombe
07 Nov 2021, 10:48
All Blacks let down by decision-making with ball-in-hand
The All Blacks may have eventually romped out to a comfortable 47-9 win over Italy on Saturday, but the performance left plenty to…
Tom Vinicombe
07 Nov 2021, 7:36
Where does a healthy Dane Coles fit into the hooker pecking order?
While the performance itself wasn't necessarily anything to crow about, All Blacks head coach Ian Foster will have been pleased to…
Tom Vinicombe
07 Nov 2021, 6:06
Opinion
All Blacks player ratings vs Italy | Autumn Nations Series
The All Blacks have scored a comfortable win over Italy in what amounted to a fairly dire match. Who were the best players on the …
Tom Vinicombe
06 Nov 2021, 10:18
Approaching All Blacks try-scoring record not all it's cracked up to be
If the All Blacks can muster up four tries against Italy on the weekend, they'll set a new tier-one record for the season - despit…
Tom Vinicombe
05 Nov 2021, 11:58
Mouth-watering No 10 duel could pave the way for Richie Mo'unga elevation
It was no surprise that Richie Mo'unga took hold of the All Blacks No 10 jersey at the start of the international season, given th…
Tom Vinicombe
05 Nov 2021, 7:46
Mixed news on All Blacks injury front
While another 'dud' All Blacks test won't necessarily be winning over many fans, this weekend's game against Italy has come at the…
Tom Vinicombe
05 Nov 2021, 7:02
'A much bigger challenge': Young All Blacks out to 'make a statement'
With the All Blacks set to roll out a side devoid of many of their first-stringers this weekend, it's no surprise they're also fie…
Tom Vinicombe
05 Nov 2021, 6:26
'Sometimes when you're away, it can reignite a bit of passion for the team'
The All Blacks will again run out with a relatively inexperienced line-up when they take on Italy this weekend but with Sam Cane a…
Tom Vinicombe
05 Nov 2021, 5:20
Why selection against Italy isn't a fatal blow for All Blacks hopefuls
For the sixth time this year, the All Blacks have made 10 or more changes to their starting line-up between tests.
Tom Vinicombe
04 Nov 2021, 10:59
Japan World Cup star Kotaro Matsushima returns for Ireland showdown
Having been unavailable for selection in the squad to play against the Wallabies in Oita, Kotaro Matsushima has been quickly recal…
Tom Vinicombe
04 Nov 2021, 8:47
Sam Cane takes captain's armband as All Blacks make big changes for Italy
In a somewhat unsurprising move, the All Blacks have completely rotated out their starting line-up from their win over Wales and m…
Tom Vinicombe
04 Nov 2021, 6:11
Opinion
Springboks finally take first steps towards rebuild
With so many tough games to kick off the year, only now are the Springboks giving chances to young players.
Tom Vinicombe
02 Nov 2021, 11:19
Opinion
Abundant All Blacks versatility might open the door for Quinn Tupaea
The All Blacks showed off their backline's unique versatility against Wales.
Tom Vinicombe
31 Oct 2021, 13:10
'It's been really crucial': The All Blacks' key lesson prior to heading north
This weekend, the All Blacks will play their first match in Europe since 2018. For some members of the squad, it will be their fir…
Tom Vinicombe
29 Oct 2021, 13:01
The weekly conversations behind Rieko Ioane's rich vein of form
Just once before has Rieko Ioane faced off against Wales in the cauldron of the Principality Stadium and on that occasion, the All…
Tom Vinicombe
29 Oct 2021, 12:16
