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Australians hold their edge over New Zealand Schools
Australia U18 won their fourth straight victory over New Zealand Schools.
All Blacks star to miss rest of season with ankle injury
Ruben Love will undergo surgery on his injured ankle.
'He'd be gold': Rennie sees future for Fainga'anuku in hybrid All Blacks role
The 26-year-old recently returned for Tasman in the NPC after multiple leg injuries.
Grading every Rugby World Cup contender with one year to go
Telegraph: South Africa remain red-hot favourites for a World Cup three-peat.
How Scott Barrett reacted to losing All Blacks captaincy to Ardie Savea
‘He was a bit of a reluctant captain, [but] very proud to do that for his country.’
'That's all she wrote': Top former Blues player retires after years of neck injuries
Kurt Eklund made 75 appearances for the Blues and helped win the 2024 title.
Counties Manukau retain Ranfurly Shield with win over Hawke’s Bay
A fast first half and strong defence keeps the Log o' Wood in Pukekohe.
All Blacks coach Dave Rennie urges World Rugby to make scrums simple for referees
The coach was left frustrated by differing brake-foot guidance between officials.
'Kicking stones': Rennie frustrated by All Blacks tour of South Africa
The coach highlighted where he felt his side could improve ahead of the Rugby World Cup.
How the Blues landed Ardie Savea – and why he won’t captain the team
'Even if it is only a one-year deal, he will help others stand up in the coming years.'
Are Australia ready to overtake South Africa as the All Blacks' main rivals?
OPINION: Australia's recent form and proximity to NZ leave the Wallabies perfectly placed.
Ardie Savea confirms he'll join the Blues for his 'last dance'
The All Blacks captain took to his YouTube channel to tell fans about his move.
Hurricanes sign All Blacks loose forward Semisi Ta'eiloa
Coach Clark Laidlaw praised the 22-year-old’s power in contact and carrying.
NZR's massive windfall will reshape rugby calendar permanently
ANALYSIS: The tour returned one of the largest cash windfalls in NZR’s history.
NZ Schools beat Australia Schoolboys 40-21 but tougher test awaits
They'll have to lift their game by some margin if they are to complete a clean sweep.
Ardie Savea to join Blues on one-season deal
Rugby's worst-kept secret is set to be confirmed as Savea prepares to join the Blues.
Have All Blacks made a selection mistake for Bledisloe Cup?
OPINION: The All Blacks are short of established midfield options.
'Quite cruel': Former Wallaby reveals MND diagnosis at 37
He overcame a cystic fibrosis diagnosis at 3 months old to play rugby professionally.
Did Dave Rennie just let slip the ABs will play Springboks in Auckland, Christchurch next year?
The All Blacks coach said the tests would be played in Auckland and Christchurch in July.
All Blacks trio unlucky to miss the cut for the Bledisloe Cup
A cull was expected but these players are unlucky to miss the latest All Blacks squad.
Rare honours cap from NZ's first rep rugby team up for auction before Bledisloe test
Webb’s estimates the rare cap could fetch up to $10,000.
Rennie ready for Wallabies challenge ahead of first Bledisloe with All Blacks
Les Kiss' Wallabies will face Dave Rennie's All Blacks at Eden Park on October 10.
Mo'unga with a point to prove as All Blacks No 10 spot opens up
Ruben Love's injury opens the door for Richie Mo'unga to start against the Wallabies.
The glaring weakness in Rennie's squad for Bledisloe Cup clashes
ANALYSIS: Outclassed in South Africa, alarm bells should be ringing against Australia.
Bankrupt Lawrence Dallaglio to sell World Cup winner’s medal
The Former England captain has put the memento from the Sydney triumph up for auction.
‘He’s got better’: Frizell’s return an answer to All Blacks’ biggest question
After three years in Japan, the 32-year-old is in line to wear the black jersey again.
Ruben Love joins injury list as Rennie names All Blacks side to face Wallabies
Former captain Scott Barrett and flanker Shannon Frizell return to the squad.
All Blacks can learn from Wallabies' win over Springboks
OPINION: The All Blacks will have noted three key factors in the Wallabies' shock victory.
All Blacks winger to remain in NZ after negotiating exit from English club
However, he will make the move to the Northern Hemisphere at a later date.