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Henry Lee
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Henry Lee is a New Zealand-based multimedia sports journalist and radio producer who covers rugby with a strong focus on the technical aspects and strategies of the game. He works as a producer and writer for Sport Nation, and his experience also includes sports writing and social media production across multiple codes and publications.
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Richie Mo'unga keeps cards close over possible All Blacks return
Now that Mo'unga has returned successfully, Rennie could fly the No.10 in at any stage of the Greatest Rivalry Tour, if any player…
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One player who is among those overlooked, is Crusaders halfback Noah Hotham, who many believed would feature in Rennie's initial 3…
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Fabian Holland: 'I'm excited to rip in, body feels mint'
Holland said it's been a tough road back from injury, and that he had to adjust his mindset throughout the journey.
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27 Jul 2026, 16:32
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All Blacks reunite with former assistant ahead of South Africa tour
The Maori All Blacks head coach led his side to a 38-31 victory over the Japan XV at the Paloma Mizuho Stadium in Nagoya, Japan la…
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Why Rieko Ioane needed Leinster stint after finding himself in a 'rut'
The 29-year-old last played for the All Blacks under former head coach Scott Robertson, during 2025's end-0f-year tour against Wal…
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26 Jul 2026, 23:11
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Dave Rennie adds three possible debutants to 44-man squad for South Africa
“We are thrilled for those players who will have the opportunity to pull on the All Blacks jersey for the first time, and welcom…
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26 Jul 2026, 17:00
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Fijian Drua snap up Crusaders and former All Black assistant Brad Mooar
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Henry Lee
26 Jul 2026, 16:41
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Eight possible bolters for the All Blacks' 44-man squad to tour South Africa
The others, though, are up for debate, with the coaching staff weighing up whether to go for a 6-4 split of forwards to backs, or …
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Matatu head coach Blair Baxter to lead Black Ferns XV alongside Chiefs duo
Baxter will be joined by experienced Black Ferns playmaker Kelly Brazier, who also coached alongside Baxter in the Global Youth Se…
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The key behind Quinn Tupaea and Jordie Barrett's growing chemistry
The Chiefs midfielder was dropped after the first Nations Championship Test against France in Christchurch, being replaced by Hurr…
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20 Jul 2026, 16:30
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All Blacks assistant outlines attack's next evolution with more 'variety'
But without getting ahead of himself, Blair told media in Auckland on Sunday morning that the coaching staff felt their side produ…
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Tana Umaga on Boks: 'They're going to be sitting over there waiting for us'
"Because that's what we're going to have to rely on when when you can't hear anything, and those cauldrons that they have over the…
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Six-Test Wallaby secures Super Rugby return with Queensland Reds
“His signing reflects our focus on strengthening our depth and ensuring our best athletes are playing their rugby here in Austra…
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Justin Marshall on the ABs’ midfield and what’s needed to beat Springboks
Chiefs midfielder Quinn Tupaea started in both the France and Ireland Tests, while Hurricanes centre Billy Proctor was given the n…
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19 Jul 2026, 17:32
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Former All Blacks coach, Maori ABs captain headline Hurricanes departures
“Bailyn and Tevita, in particular, are half centurions and have made a huge contribution to the team over a number of years. We …
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18 Jul 2026, 22:07
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Super Rugby Aupiki final confirmed after Blues fend off Poua challenge
Prior to the top-of-the-table clash between the Blues and Matatu, the Hurricanes Poua took care of business against the Chiefs Man…
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18 Jul 2026, 20:47
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Damian McKenzie hails Ruben Love's leadership after rapid Test rise
"So yeah, kudos to to Rubes. He's done a great job of leading the team around, and I guess for me, just try to help out where I …
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18 Jul 2026, 17:15
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Opinion
Argentina player ratings vs England | Nations Championship 2026
Argentina just missed too many tackles at the Estadio Único Madre de Ciudades, heading into halftime down 19-3.
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18 Jul 2026, 14:40
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