Lock and loose forward combo still the biggest conundrum for All Blacks
There are maybe two or three undecided spots in the World Cup squad that still need to be debated - and a lot of talk will centre …
Tom Vinicombe
18 Aug 2019, 18:55
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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.
Australia player ratings v New Zealand
The Wallabies had one hand on the Bledisloe Cup heading into tonight's match, but they quickly learned that the All Blacks weren't…
Tom Vinicombe
17 Aug 2019, 8:31
Pumas chop and change for last proper hit-out before World Cup
Argentina have made 11 changes to their starting lineup for their match with South Africa in Pretoria this weekend.
Tom Vinicombe
15 Aug 2019, 20:28
All Blacks selections opens the door for jilted trio - but it could be the end of the road for some newcomers
Instead of the battle-hardened Rieko Ioane and Ben Smith taking the field on Saturday night, newbies Sevu Reece and George Bridge …
Tom Vinicombe
15 Aug 2019, 0:52
Derby round perfect opportunity to spy on your Super Rugby franchise's upcoming talent
The second week of the Mitre 10 Cup will see neighbours do battle with neighbours – which means it’s the perfect opportunity f…
Tom Vinicombe
14 Aug 2019, 18:16
Last roll of the dice for Springboks hoping to book a ticket to Japan
With just one more opportunity to see his wider squad in action before deciding on the Springboks team to take to the World Cup, d…
Tom Vinicombe
14 Aug 2019, 0:49
Five problem areas where the All Blacks are desperately searching for solutions
The All Blacks have regressed over the last year and a half. There's just two matches to play before they'll face off with the Spr…
Tom Vinicombe
10 Aug 2019, 22:30
Wallabies v All Blacks - Player Ratings
Few would have expected the absolute drubbing that the Wallabies handed to the All Blacks in last night's Bledisloe Cup match. Whi…
Tom Vinicombe
10 Aug 2019, 9:06
Three Bledisloe Cup micro-battles that are worth the price of admission alone
Cheika and Hansen sprung a few surprises when they named their teams for the first Bledisloe fixture of the year. The left-field c…
Tom Vinicombe
09 Aug 2019, 19:54
Australia's diminishing class: how the 2019 squad compares to previous years
As we approach the 2019 World Cup, Australia rank 7th in the world - only one step higher than their lowest ever position. How doe…
Tom Vinicombe
08 Aug 2019, 0:48
Springboks in pole position for prize they haven't held in a decade - but does Rassie Erasmus care?
With the World Cup dominating the airways, it’s no surprise that the Southern Hemisphere’s premier international competition h…
Tom Vinicombe
06 Aug 2019, 6:54
Fifteen years' worth of successes: the Wallabies' wins over the All Blacks since they lost the Bledisloe Cup
The All Blacks have kept a tight grip on the Bledisloe Cup since they won it in 2003. The Wallabies, however, have still managed t…
Tom Vinicombe
03 Aug 2019, 23:28
Since when did test matches not matter?
People were worried that the Nations League was going to undermine the World Cup – but that’s exactly what the World Cup has a…
Tom Vinicombe
02 Aug 2019, 0:40
New Zealand's lost looseheads: from first choice to bust
Karl Tu'inukuafe made huge strides last year, going from an injury-replacement Super Rugby player to starting on the All Blacks' n…
Tom Vinicombe
01 Aug 2019, 0:21
Taleni Seu still on the long road to recovery from the same injury that has struck down Brodie Retallick
Taleni Seu would have to be one of the unluckiest men in New Zealand rugby right now. While he should be gearing up for his first …
Tom Vinicombe
30 Jul 2019, 23:00
All Blacks lock stocks looking grim after Brodie Retallick injury
New Zealanders country-wide held their breath as Brodie Retallick was escorted from the field in Saturday’s match between the Al…
Tom Vinicombe
28 Jul 2019, 0:59
Tonight's victor could take a massive advantage into the Rugby World Cup
The All Blacks and the Springboks could play each other up to three times in 2019, with each match increasing in importance. The w…
Tom Vinicombe
26 Jul 2019, 21:34
Who needs a big game against the Springboks? The six All Blacks with most at stake
Tonight’s match between New Zealand and South Africa could be the last chance for a number of All Blacks to impress Steve Hansen…
Tom Vinicombe
26 Jul 2019, 18:46
All Blacks biding their time with Josh Ioane
Four years ago, Lima Sopoaga was handed his first start for the All Blacks against the Springboks at Ellis Park. There'll be no su…
Tom Vinicombe
24 Jul 2019, 23:32
Could Luke Jacobson be set for a shock start against the Springboks?
Just one more player will get the chance to start for the All Blacks in the 6 jersey before the squad is culled, so who's going to…
Tom Vinicombe
23 Jul 2019, 19:16
