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Tony Brown to join All Blacks but to remain with World Cup rivals
He will finish his Springboks contract after the 2027 Rugby World Cup.
Chiefs provide update on Wallace Sititi after sickening head knock
Sititi was transported to hospital during the Chiefs' win over the Reds.
Chiefs player ratings: The All Blacks who stood up when needed most
OPINION: How the Chiefs rated in their win over the Reds.
Crusaders v Blues player ratings: Who stole the show in crucial Kiwi derby?
OPINION: How the players rated in the Crusaders’ 52-31 win over the Blues.
All Blacks star hospitalised after sickening head knock
Wallace Sititi was seen shaking on the ground before leaving the field.
Super Rugby Pacific semi-finals confirmed as Chiefs eliminate last Australian team standing
The Chiefs will host the Crusaders next week, with the Hurricanes hosting the Blues.
Crusaders put Blues to the sword to move into Super Rugby Pacific semi-finals
The Blues could yet feature in the semi-finals as the highest-seeded loser.
Hurricanes player ratings: A host of 10s as the drums beat louder for All Blacks hopeful
OPINION: How the Hurricanes rated in their 66-12 win over the Brumbies.
Hurricanes beat Brumbies by 54 in qualifying final
Ruben Love was perfect off the tee while six different Hurricanes players ran in tries.
How whānau has helped prepare Black Ferns Sevens for all or nothing showdown
New Zealand must win in Bordeaux to secure the world title.
The ultimate 'hybrid' player: One of rugby’s great flankers dies aged 77
The Irish great was key in the Lions' last series win over the All Blacks in 1971.
Ant Strachan: The tough selection calls Dave Rennie faces to shape the All Blacks' future
OPINION: Dave Rennie will name a 34-man All Blacks squad featuring several new faces.
Gregor Paul: NZ rugby's reverse-development plan for coaches
Jason Holland will lead the Blues next year with Tamati Ellison as assistant.
'Get off my son': Mum runs on to field to confront opposition during rugby match
The woman has been sanctioned by her son's Sydney club and the local rugby union.
Veteran signs All Blacks deal through to 2029
The 30-year-old prop’s new deal keeps him in New Zealand rugby until 2029.
Alice Soper: Why NZ Rugby can’t afford to lose Moana Pasifika
OPINION: NZ Rugby says 40% of pro players are of Pacific heritage, making survival vital.
Guess who's back: Sky's surprising commentary selection for All Blacks test
A former Wallaby player will join Sky’s team to analyse the test against France.
Father and son share emotional moment in milestone rugby haka
Sam Nichols marked his 500th senior rugby game with Paremata Plimmerton.
All Blacks returning to free-to-air ... if you're willing to wait
Sky will air the All Blacks' July tests much-delayed on TV3 and ThreeNow.
Big hits, haka and jibes: The annual CBHS v Christ's First XV match report
Mike Thorpe reports from the biggest annual schoolboy rugby match in Christchurch.
Ruben Love's rise puts Beauden Barrett on notice as Hurricanes chase title
Beauden Barrett once led a similar run in 2016 to claim the All Blacks role.
'You will always remain': Toulon bid farewell to Ma'a Nonu with haka
The 44-year-old joined Toulon in February 2025 as an injury replacement.
Paul Lewis: The injuries that could force Dave Rennie's hand in All Blacks selections
OPINION: Dave Rennie faces a raft of injuries to key All Blacks ahead of selection.
'Really grateful': Olsen-Baker commits to Black Ferns through 2029
She has played 19 tests for the Black Ferns since debuting in 2022.
Auckland Grammar end nine-year drought ahead of season-defining three weeks
There was much to admire in the way Grammar tucked away rivals Hamilton Boys'.
Inside the Blues shake-up: Former All Blacks coaches to join forces
Two former All Blacks assistants will link up as the Blues plot a major overhaul for 2027.
First XV turn down chance to play at new $683m stadium in favour of school ground
The 134-year fixture returns to Christchurch Boys' High School's No 1 field today.
'I was lucky to be born when I was': Rugby legend recognised
Earle Kirton, 85, has been made an Officer of the New Zealand Order of Merit.
Black Ferns Sevens lose first game in 30, miss out on cup final
They can still secure the World Championship crown next week in Bordeaux.