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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.

Wallabies turn to Corey Toole and young midfielder after Len Ikitau injury

Ikitau left the field on the 30 minute mark, and didn't return as his side fell to a 50-19 defeat at the hands of Dave Rennie's Al…

Henry Lee
Henry Lee
10 Oct 2026, 17:50

Overlooked Du’Plessis Kirifi earns All Blacks call-up amid injury crisis

Ethan Blackadder, Anton Segner, Leroy Carter, and Asafo Aumua will all stay in Auckland ahead of the second Test, with Du'Plessis …

Henry Lee
Henry Lee
10 Oct 2026, 14:07

Dave Rennie weighs in on All Blacks’ ‘quality performance’ against Wallabies

Addressing reporters post-match, Rennie said that he was expecting a bounce-back performance.

Henry Lee
Henry Lee
10 Oct 2026, 2:22

All Blacks pile on 50 points in emphatic Bledisloe Cup win at Eden Park

The Wallabies travelled across the ditch to Auckland with hope and the form to back it up, but Dave Rennie and the All Blacks stor…

Henry Lee
Henry Lee
10 Oct 2026, 0:57

‘Sticks in the guts’: Tana Umaga on defensive response required against Wallabies

"It's probably the one stat we look at the most: the three in the red that we lost," the former Moana Pasifika head coach said in …

Henry Lee
Henry Lee
05 Oct 2026, 21:28

‘Everything felt new’: Rieko Ioane on a fresh All Blacks start after Leinster stint

While discussing the All Blacks' upcoming Bledisloe Cup series on Sport Nation NZ, Ioane explained how it felt returning to the na…

Henry Lee
Henry Lee
05 Oct 2026, 14:45

‘Looked pretty hard on myself’: ABs scrum coach addresses lingering set-piece concerns

Ryan, who said he's well aware of the challenges ahead against the Wallabies, addressed the media in Auckland on Monday.

Henry Lee
Henry Lee
04 Oct 2026, 19:29

‘He’s fully selectable’: Jason Ryan on Shannon Frizell’s selection prospects

"Yeah, he's come in in great shape, and I think he's got a lot of confidence out of playing his two or three games for Tasman, wh…

Henry Lee
Henry Lee
04 Oct 2026, 18:23

All Blacks No.10 picture shifts as Ruben Love set for surgery

“Ruben Love will undergo surgery after sustaining an ankle ligament injury, ruling him out for the remainder of the year,” an …

Henry Lee
Henry Lee
04 Oct 2026, 12:59

Oliver Smith's double helps Australia U18 rally to beat NZ Schools in thriller

Both sides attacked ferociously in the opening stages, but it was New Zealand that were offered the first real opportunity of the …

Henry Lee
Henry Lee
03 Oct 2026, 22:13

NZ Maori U18 end pathways tournament with 11-point upset over Australia Schools

Simpson, out of Sacred Heart College, was vice-captain of the run-on side alongside Enzo Kyle, who was also outstanding once again…

Henry Lee
Henry Lee
03 Oct 2026, 20:24

Dave Rennie reveals high-ball lessons and why back-three selection is crucial

"So generally, when the kicks are a little bit deeper, it allows you to then feed the fullback or ten, and then we get to play im…

Henry Lee
Henry Lee
03 Oct 2026, 18:38

‘He gets penalised’: Rennie’s blunt explanation for Du’Plessis Kirifi’s continued omission

Kirifi last played for the All Blacks on their end-of-year Northern Tour in 2025, featuring in the 52-26 victory over Wales in Car…

Henry Lee
Henry Lee
03 Oct 2026, 15:06

Neil Barnes on Beauden Barrett: 'He's earned his stripes from what he does on the paddock'

Barrett was named in the outside-backs group, while the Highlanders' Josh Jacomb and the Crusaders' Richie Mo'unga were named as t…

Henry Lee
Henry Lee
01 Oct 2026, 0:47

Rugby World Cup 2027 marks one year to go with ticket sales milestone

“In just 365 days, Australia will welcome the world for Men’s Rugby World Cup 2027, a landmark tournament that coincides with …

Henry Lee
Henry Lee
30 Sep 2026, 21:09

Hunter Paisami learns fate after late yellow card against Springboks

"The Disciplinary Committee has found Australian midfielder Hunter Paisami guilty of dangerous play for a contrary tackle, in brea…

Henry Lee
Henry Lee
30 Sep 2026, 16:19

Hurricanes bolster squad with signing of six-time Super Rugby champion

Hall will join the defending Super Rugby Pacific champions in their 2027 title defence, which kicks off on Saturday, February 13 a…

Henry Lee
Henry Lee
30 Sep 2026, 14:43

'He was struggling': All Blacks coach reveals extent of Ruben Love's injury

Barrett has been listed as an outside back, with Jacomb and Mo'unga the leading options at first five.

Henry Lee
Henry Lee
29 Sep 2026, 13:21

Dave Rennie weighs in on 'reluctant captain' Scott Barrett

The All Blacks head coach gave context to the 89-Test lock's rehabilitation, and how important he will be going forward.

Henry Lee
Henry Lee
28 Sep 2026, 21:07

'Emphatic': Rennie praises 'excellent' Wallabies after eleven-man victory over Springboks

Rennie has named his 34-man squad to take on the Wallabies in the two Bledisloe Cup Tests in October, recalling both Scott Barrett…

Henry Lee
Henry Lee
28 Sep 2026, 20:58
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