Crusaders CEO Colin Mansbridge has shared his thoughts on two pivotal factors in his club's near future, highlighting Christchurch's new stadium and the potential return of superstar playmaker Richie Mo'unga.
Mark Tele'a's days as an All Black are over. That's the prevailing belief now the winger has opted to play out his career in Japan, despite remaining eligible for the remainder of 2025 as he sees out his New Zealand Rugby contract.
Mark Tele'a made the right call by signing a deal in Japan effectively ending his time in the black jersey and with the Blues.
The 2023 Rugby World Cup quarter-finals live on in the memory of all rugby fans as one of the greatest weekends in the sport's history.
Having undergone a French makeover at Toulon, the powerhouse back could be the ideal candidate at outside centre.
Former All Black winger Leicester Fainga'anuku was the best player on the field in Toulon's win over Castres in round two of the Top 14 according to French pundits.
In just a few days another season of the Top 14 kicks off with the likes of Owen Farrell, Siya Kolisi, Josua Tuisova, and Davit Niniashvili making the numbers of the overseas players ready to make the headlines and wrestle for the title.
Former All Blacks skipper Sam Whitelock has signed off his career in fitting style, leading the Barbarians to a 45-32 win over Fiji.