Ex-All Black Jarrad Hoeata joins Chiefs' coaching group
The Chiefs have announced the latest addition to their coaching group, with former All Black Jarrad Hoeata bringing his expertise …
Ned Lester
03 Dec 2025, 17:00
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Ned Lester is a New Zealand-based multimedia content editor with experience covering the diverse corners of the rugby world in the southern hemisphere. Ned brings a keen interest in sports psychology to the RugbyPass team and a background in writing across various disciplines.
What Scott Robertson makes of a potential All Blacks-Springboks quarter final
The rugby world sat on the edge of their seats as the Rugby World Cup 2027 pools were drawn on Wednesday night in Sydney, and fans…
Ned Lester
03 Dec 2025, 14:52
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Black Ferns reveal 2026 home schedule, including three-Test France series
France and Australia will visit New Zealand in 2026 to complete a four-Test home schedule for the Kiwis, with the first Black Fern…
Ned Lester
02 Dec 2025, 19:03
Ioane Moananu left with 'chip on my shoulder' after Kiwi Super Rugby snubs
After a breakthrough 2025 season with the Crusaders, Ioane Moananu was left out in the cold by New Zealand's Super Rugby clubs, wi…
Ned Lester
02 Dec 2025, 18:13
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U20 star's inclusion one of five changes for Australia Sevens in Cape Town
An injury to Maurice Longbottom has left Australia Men's Sevens coach Liam Barry with a roster spot to fill in this weekend's Cape…
Ned Lester
02 Dec 2025, 17:25
Jack Hanratty appointed new USA Women’s Eagles coach
USA Rugby has revealed the new USA Eagles coach, with former Canada Sevens coach Jack Hanratty the man entrusted to take the Ameri…
Ned Lester
02 Dec 2025, 13:48
All Blacks Sevens call in two uncapped rookies for injured trio
The All Blacks Sevens have been forced to make changes as they look to go two from two in the new HSBC SVNS Series, with a trio of…
Ned Lester
02 Dec 2025, 13:10
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'Restore some pride': Blitzboks eye redemption in Cape Town
The Blitzboks endured a shaky start to the new SVNS Series over the weekend in Dubai, and with just days to recalibrate before the…
Ned Lester
01 Dec 2025, 19:14
Siya Kolisi talks facing 39-year-old Duane Vermeulen at training again
Duane Vermeulen is back on the training park tormenting teammates as he used to, says Springboks captain Siya Kolisi.
Ned Lester
28 Nov 2025, 21:11
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Opinion
All Blacks’ worst-case RWC 2027 pool draw sees 2023 history repeat
The All Blacks are locked into band 1 for the Rugby World Cup 2027 pool draw, and that means there is a chance that a certain piec…
Ned Lester
28 Nov 2025, 20:18
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Leinster fans can expect 'something a little different' from Rieko Ioane
Rieko Ioane has touched down in Dublin, ready to bring "something a little different" to the table for the reigning URC champs, Le…
Ned Lester
28 Nov 2025, 16:54
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'I'm flabbergasted': The Scott Robertson claim causing a stir in New Zealand
Kiwi pundits have been left "flabbergasted" by an admission from All Blacks coach Scott Robertson in Wales last week that revealed…
Ned Lester
27 Nov 2025, 20:28
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Rassie makes Six Nations prediction, ticks off Boks' three big goals of 2025
Rassie Erasmus says the Springboks have ticked all the right boxes in 2025, not taking any wins for granted as he challenges his t…
Ned Lester
27 Nov 2025, 18:11
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Nominees announced for 2025 New Zealand Rugby Awards
New Zealand's finest have been recognised with nominations for the 2025 New Zealand Rugby Awards, with the shortlists for 19 of th…
Ned Lester
27 Nov 2025, 14:20
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Kiwi Super Rugby clubs pay homage to 1996 with 2026 uniforms
The 2026 Super Rugby season will mark the 30th anniversary of the competition, and the New Zealand clubs have designed their unifo…
Ned Lester
26 Nov 2025, 20:04
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Ex-All Black Murray Mexted grades Razor's 2025 season
Former All Black Murray Mexted has graded the All Blacks' 2025 season a C-, but says that grade is a reflection of growing pains i…
Ned Lester
26 Nov 2025, 15:26
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Latest breakthrough award tempers heat on All Blacks coaches
Fabian Holland was crowned Men's 15s Breakthrough Player of the Year over the weekend, the sixth New Zealander to win the award si…
Ned Lester
26 Nov 2025, 13:33
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Cameron Suafoa to return to Blues in 2026 amid cancer rehab
The Blues have announced that Maori All Blacks flanker Cameron Suafoa will return to the squad in 2026 while continuing his cancer…
Ned Lester
25 Nov 2025, 19:54
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The top 10 teams in Test rugby according to ex-All Black Todd Blackadder
The Quilter Nations Series has reshaped the international rugby standings, both in the official World Rugby rankings and in the un…
Ned Lester
25 Nov 2025, 15:03
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Wallaroos captain headlines latest quartet of RA re-signings
The 2026 international season continues to take shape with Australia's top talent inking new contracts for the coming campaign, an…
Ned Lester
24 Nov 2025, 21:26