Taranaki Withstand Comeback to Beat Tasman in ITM Cup Premiership Final
Taranaki had to withstand a ferocious comeback from Tasman en-route to being crowned champions of New Zealand provincial rugby for the first time. Their 36-32 win made them the first non-Super Rugby...
View ArticleJust 3 Journalists Turn Up for the All Blacks' First US Press Conference
It was seen as a major coup when USA Eagles rugby managed to get New Zealand over to Chicago for a Test match at Solider Field. The match on Saturday is a 61,500-seat sellout, so there is certainly...
View ArticleUnited States vs. New Zealand: Storylines to Follow in Chicago International
The Windy City of Chicago plays host to a rare visit by the All Blacks to the United States when they take on the US Eagles this weekend.Steve Hansen’s men have a month of more pressing engagements...
View ArticleAll Blacks Rack Up 70 Points at Soldier Field Against USA
It was a case of too skilful, too clinical and simply too good as the All Blacks beat the USA 74-6 in their historic match at Soldier Field in Chicago. The on-field result was to be expected, but the...
View ArticleAll Blacks Referred to as 'Legendary Aussie Team' by US Newspaper
Oh dear Chicago Sun-Times, hang your head in shame. The New Zealand national rugby team played the USA Eagles in front of a sold-out crowd at Soldier Field in Chicago on Saturday, and despite the...
View ArticleNew Zealand All Blacks Rugby Team Reveal 'Blackest Jersey Ever'
What's blacker than black? Really, really, really black?Adidas has released the new All Blacks jersey, which they proudly boast is "the blackest jersey ever."We are not exactly sure what that means,...
View ArticleSonny Bill Williams Must Perform for All Blacks Against England
Sonny Bill Williams needs a big performance after being named to start for the All Blacks against England this weekend. His selection in the No. 12 jersey sees veteran Ma'a Nonu and in-form youngster...
View ArticleWales vs. New Zealand: Key Battles to Watch at Millennium Stadium
Wales face the All Blacks in Cardiff on Saturday, still without a win over a Southern Hemisphere opponent since 2008 and winless against New Zealand since 1953, per ESPNScrum.com.Warren Gatland’s side...
View ArticleWinners and Losers from New Zealand's European Tour
Mission accomplished for Steve Hansen and his All Blacks.New Zealand arrived in Europe with the Rugby Championship already secured for 2014, albeit without the perfect record of the previous...
View ArticleAll Blacks Dominate Major Categories at New Zealand Rugby Awards
The All Blacks swept the three major awards at last night's New Zealand rugby awards, claiming player, team and coach of the year. It is rarely a surprise to see All Black success in the world of...
View ArticleHow Does the Current All Blacks Back 3 Compare to New Zealand's Best Ever?
Flair and attacking ability out wide have long been features of New Zealand rugby teams. More than anyone else, the All Blacks have combined the elements of skill, physicality and composure, with their...
View ArticleAll Blacks Have Depth to Cover Aaron Cruden Injury at World Cup
When it was announced yesterday that Aaron Cruden would likely miss the Rugby World Cup, the feeling around New Zealand was one of disappointment, not panic. There is depth to cover for the loss of...
View ArticleRugby: Five Newcomers Named in All Blacks Squad
Five new names were read out when the All Blacks picked their first squad of 2015, as reported by the New Zealand Herald. Lima Sopoaga, Codie Taylor, WaisakeNaholo, Nehe Milner-Skudder and James...
View ArticleAll Blacks Well on Course to Continue Rugby Championship Streak in 2015
It's a good year for rugby when a collision between the southern hemisphere's top four teams isn't even considered the biggest spectacle on hand, but New Zealand nevertheless have attention fixed on...
View ArticlePlenty to Work on for All Blacks After Win over Samoa
They won and that is the main thing, but it was a far from convincing display the All Blacks put on to beat Samoa 25-16 in the first-ever meeting of the two teams in Apia.It was no surprise that the...
View ArticleAll Blacks Look Truly Terrifying in Adidas Hype Video
As if they weren't intimidating enough already, the All Blacks have ramped up the fear factor ahead of the Rugby World Cup with a terrifying new video, courtesy of Adidas.The video jumps between the...
View ArticleWhy Aaron Smith Will Be New Zealand's X-Factor at 2015 Rugby Championship
The All Blacks mount the defence of their Rugby Championship title next weekend when they host Argentina.The world champions will start as overwhelming favourites against the Pumas, who will offer a...
View Article2015 Rugby Championship: Best XV from 1st Round of Games
The first round of the Rugby Championship is in the books.New Zealand looked in ominous touch as they blew past Argentina in Christchurch.And Australia imposed a second straight late dose of pain on...
View Article2015 Rugby Championship: Best XV from 1st Round of Games
The first round of the Rugby Championship is in the books.New Zealand looked in ominous touch as they blew past Argentina in Christchurch.And Australia imposed a second straight late dose of pain on...
View Article2015 Rugby Championship: Best XV from 1st Round of Games
The first round of the Rugby Championship is in the books.New Zealand looked in ominous touch as they blew past Argentina in Christchurch.And Australia imposed a second straight late dose of pain on...
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