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Henry Lee

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.

Mike Blair frustrated after another Test plagued by missed 'opportunities'

Blair felt that the All Blacks put the experienced Springboks players under pressure at times, but couldn't capitalise on the mome…

Henry Lee
Henry Lee
06 Sep 2026, 23:17

'Humble pie': Neil Barnes on Springboks' dominant set-piece display

"You can't hide from it? Their set piece is pretty damn dominant, and they get a gravy train of penalties from it," Barnes admitte…

Henry Lee
Henry Lee
06 Sep 2026, 17:14

All Blacks trim squad for Baltimore as nine players return home

Rennie said All Blacks midfielder Quinn Tupaea was also unlikely to feature after picking up an MCL injury in the second half.

Henry Lee
Henry Lee
06 Sep 2026, 15:07

Rassie Erasmus provides significant Cheslin Kolbe injury update

Speaking to media in Johannesburg, Erasmus gave an update on the health of his squad before travelling to Baltimore.

Henry Lee
Henry Lee
05 Sep 2026, 12:43

Dave Rennie weighs in on Leroy Carter's defensive display against Boks

The 62-year-old head coach added that the response hurt them more than the tackle.

Henry Lee
Henry Lee
05 Sep 2026, 12:06

Dave Rennie delivers Ardie Savea injury update, Quinn Tupaea latest

The two All Blacks left the field with injuries during the Springboks' 29-24 triumph in Soweto.

Henry Lee
Henry Lee
05 Sep 2026, 11:09
Opinion

All Blacks player ratings vs Springboks | 3rd Test Rugby’s Greatest Rivalry 2026

The second half, though, was a completely different contest. The All Blacks were inaccurate, and the Springboks swarmed the visito…

Henry Lee
Henry Lee
05 Sep 2026, 10:14
Opinion

Five All Blacks Dave Rennie should turn to for decisive Soweto Test

“There’s genuine competition in this squad right across the park and that’s the way you want it. There have been some good t…

Henry Lee
Henry Lee
01 Sep 2026, 21:29

Jordie Barrett on lingering high-ball issues: 'It turns into a bit of a lottery'

"Yeah, like if you just looked at the last Test, we kicked very little contestables. The ones we did kick, we did win back," Barr…

Henry Lee
Henry Lee
31 Aug 2026, 20:07

'Pinch of salt': Mike Blair responds to Rassie Erasmus' team-naming tactics

Erasmus, who explained the decision thoroughly post-match, said the plan was to decide which front row to start after walking on t…

Henry Lee
Henry Lee
31 Aug 2026, 15:50

Hurricanes bolster coaching staff with Chiefs assistant Roger Randle

"Roger leaves with our gratitude and best wishes, and he will always be welcomed back to Chiefs HQ and region”

Henry Lee
Henry Lee
30 Aug 2026, 20:27

Reds secure Xavier Rubens deal as Wild Knights offer training opportunity

The Reds will then take on the Wild Knights twice to prepare for their upcoming season, before travelling to Treviso to play an It…

Henry Lee
Henry Lee
30 Aug 2026, 19:44

Ant Strachan weighs in on All Blacks’ ‘aimless’ kicking strategy against Boks

Strachan explained that the All Blacks shouldn't stop kicking; it's about where they use it and how effective they can be.

Henry Lee
Henry Lee
30 Aug 2026, 18:03

Dave Rennie jokes Ardie Savea can solve All Blacks' slow-start woes

The home side started the better of the two teams, taking advantage of the All Blacks' slow start immediately.

Henry Lee
Henry Lee
29 Aug 2026, 18:30

‘No excuse’: Simon Parker fronts up after tense Springboks defeat

Parker, who started his first Test match under Dave Rennie against the Springboks, was honest in his reflection of the contest.

Henry Lee
Henry Lee
29 Aug 2026, 11:39

‘Game of inches’: Dave Rennie reflects on what decided Springboks clash

"They got a couple down our end, especially late in the piece, and Cheslin Kolbe was able to kick those. So we'll have a look at t…

Henry Lee
Henry Lee
29 Aug 2026, 10:57

Springboks hold firm against All Blacks fightback to level series

Not only did they lift their own performance, the Springboks forced Dave Rennie's side to make countless unforced errors, and make…

Henry Lee
Henry Lee
29 Aug 2026, 10:04

'Grit and guts': Rieko Ioane on scratchy All Blacks victory over Lions

"This is my third time playing this Lions team, and I sort of knew coming into this game that they were probably the least affecte…

Henry Lee
Henry Lee
25 Aug 2026, 14:03

All Blacks coach gives injury update, loose-forward ruled out of tour

"Our feeling is now that we're beyond the midweek games; we've got enough loose forwards to pick from."

Henry Lee
Henry Lee
25 Aug 2026, 13:14
Opinion

All Blacks player ratings vs Lions | Rugby's Greatest Rivalry 2026

While it wasn't a picture perfect team performance, there were some standouts in black, as the bench provided Rennie's men with se…

Henry Lee
Henry Lee
25 Aug 2026, 12:05
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