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Ned Lester
Ned Lester is a New Zealand-based multimedia content editor with experience covering the diverse corners of the rugby world in the southern hemisphere. Ned brings a keen interest in sports psychology to the RugbyPass team and a background in writing across various disciplines.
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Opinion
Blues vs Waratahs: Curtains fall, a prickly prospect, Rieko Ioane strikes
The Blues showed some game-breaking form early, claiming a commanding lead by halftime that was only furthered in the second perio…
Ned Lester
31 May 2025, 3:32
Opinion
Highlanders vs Chiefs: A final All Blacks audition, an embarrassment of riches
The Chiefs have secured the top seed heading into the Super Rugby Pacific playoffs with a 41-24 win over the Highlanders in Dunedi…
Ned Lester
30 May 2025, 9:24
Highlanders continue re-signing spree with All Black Ethan de Groot
The Highlanders' lone current All Black, Ethan de Groot, has committed his future to the club for another two seasons.
Ned Lester
29 May 2025, 20:15
Highlanders re-sign two of New Zealand's brightest up-and-comers
Both Caleb Tangitau and Jacob Ratumaitavuki-Kneepkens have committed their immediate playing futures to the Highlanders with new c…
Ned Lester
29 May 2025, 3:04
'Close your eyes and hope': Hurricanes coach on Ardie Savea's return to Wellington
Ardie Savea has been terrorising Super Rugby Pacific all season, and no team knows what he's capable of better than the Hurricanes…
Ned Lester
28 May 2025, 23:37
'Heartbeat' of the Blues: All Black Patrick Tuipulotu decides club future
All Blacks lock Patrick Tuipulotu has re-committed to the Blues and New Zealand Rugby for another three years.
Ned Lester
28 May 2025, 18:38
Lotu Inisi back for Moana Pasifika's must-win Canes clash
Star of Moana Pasifika's 2024 campaign, Lotu Inisi, can make his season debut this weekend as Moana Pasifika fight for the chance …
Ned Lester
28 May 2025, 0:26
Ruben Love relocated, potential debut for Hurricanes vs Moana Pasifika
The Hurricanes have made a handful of changes in their matchday 23 to face Moana Pasifika, including a potential debut off the ben…
Ned Lester
28 May 2025, 0:00
Etene Nanai-Seturo returns as Chiefs visit Dunedin
The return of former All Blacks Sevens flyer Etene Nanai-Seturo sees the rich get richer in the final week of the Super Rugby Paci…
Ned Lester
28 May 2025, 0:00
Blues name best available for must-win Waratahs clash
A spot in the Super Rugby Pacific playoffs is on the line in Auckland this weekend, with the reigning champions desperately needin…
Ned Lester
28 May 2025, 0:00
New Zealand U20 coach steps down one month out from World Champs
Milton Haig is stepping down as New Zealand U20 head coach over a lack of alignment with his fellow coaches.
Ned Lester
27 May 2025, 19:37
Jordie Barrett: Leinster stars' 'eyes light up' at idea of Kiwi contract
While it's commonplace for All Blacks to spend a sabbatical season overseas, that one-way street may soon open another lane, at le…
Ned Lester
27 May 2025, 0:35
All Blacks Sevens star Oli Mathis headlines New Zealand U20 squad
The New Zealand squad has been named for the World Rugby U20 Championship, and is headlined by a pair of All Blacks Sevens players…
Ned Lester
26 May 2025, 19:32
Highlanders re-sign pair of giant All Blacks hopefuls
Both Timoci Tavatavanawai and Fabian Holland have extended their time with the Highlanders until 2027.
Ned Lester
26 May 2025, 18:10
Chiefs put 85 points on Moana Pasifika in Super Rugby clinic
The Chiefs proved their championship pedigree in Hamilton on Saturday night, with an outright romp seeing them put 70 points on Mo…
Ned Lester
24 May 2025, 4:50
Black Ferns reclaim Pacific Four Series title with 65-point pummelling of USA
The Black Ferns needed a 25-point win over the USA to reclaim the Pacific Four Series in the final game of the tournament.
Ned Lester
24 May 2025, 1:28
Crusaders vs Highlanders: Joseph's missing piece, sauce-less 'Saders
The Crusaders escaped a tight encounter with their southern rivals, the Highlanders, with a win after scoring just 15 points throu…
Ned Lester
23 May 2025, 22:50
USA Eagles make three changes to starting team for Black Ferns
The USA Eagles are in Auckland to face the Black Ferns and are eyeing their first win of the Pacific Four Series, while their host…
Ned Lester
23 May 2025, 0:22
Braydon Ennor talks 'falling out of love with the game' after third ACL tear
An injury-plagued two years have seen Braydon Ennor play just three Super Rugby games, but now that the All Black is back on his f…
Ned Lester
22 May 2025, 23:37
Tana Umaga fielding 'a lot of interest' as Savea takes Moana to new heights
Moana Pasifika coach Tana Umaga says there are plenty of people around the rugby world watching his side find their feet, and plen…
Ned Lester
21 May 2025, 23:30
