OPINION
I can't believe that this is what rugby in New Zealand has come to
Mils Muliaina’s comment that it would be acceptable for the All Blacks to lose to Scotland, on their upcoming tour, is the sadly…
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Why it's better for the game if the Black Ferns don't win the World Cup
Surely no other team has dominated a sport quite like the Black Ferns, with such poor backing from those who run the game in their…
OPINION
The pitch side poker
Many TV audiences think the role of a post-match reporter is a cinch, but for those who have done the job, it has moments of unadu…
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England will be the blockbuster, but Scotland is the banana peel for the All Blacks
Most would pick the England test as the toughest of this tour, and it will be tough, but Scotland is the less fancied opponent tha…
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For the All Blacks' sake, the Crusaders must spread the love
The selection of so many young, unproven Crusaders in the All Blacks XV raises the question whether New Zealand Rugby should inves…
OPINION
The building and blossoming of The Sakura Fifteen
Sometimes, and perhaps more often than we could have dared dream –when Japanese teams dive into the pool of a World Cup, a sort …
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Have the All Blacks XV if you like, but make it New Zealand's genuine second XV
What’s the point of Tupou Vaa’i, Stephen Perofeta, Roger Tuivasa-Sheck, Folau Fakatava and others traipsing round with the All…
OPINION
Where it went wrong for Wasps
Wasps have followed Worcester into administration and with their players being made redundant.
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Last chance saloon arrives for 'master of none' Damian McKenzie
Is he a 10, or is he a 15? That's the conundrum that's plagued Damian McKenzie throughout his eight-year professional career to da…
OPINION
England player ratings vs France | Rugby World Cup 2021
Le Crunch arrived in Whangarei, with both England and France looking to stay unbeaten in the second week of the 2021 Rugby World C…
OPINION
The major challenge ahead for New Zealand's once premier wing
Sevu Reece no doubt had to think long and hard about signing a new contract with New Zealand Rugby, even with the World Cup on the…
OPINION
All Blacks' clash with Japan could end more careers than it ignites
Finally, after what's felt like an eternity, New Zealand fans will get the chance to see what the likes of Folau Fakatava, Stephen…