Opinion
Half of this All Blacks team deserves praise
Now, I might have been entirely unconvinced by the All Blacks’ 43-21 win over Scotland, and I might believe they’re headed dow…
Hamish Bidwell
10 Nov 2026, 14:43
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Wales sweating on the fitness of Aaron Wainwright for All Blacks clash
The 71-times capped 29-year-old has been a key player for Wales since Steve Tandy took charge in 2025.
PA
10 Nov 2026, 10:31
Former All Black pinpoints crucial factor for 2027 Rugby World Cup success
"I just reckon it's little things by playing alongside the guys every week. You get little combinations, you get tendencies that s…
Henry Lee
10 Nov 2026, 9:43
2003 World Cup-winning captain Martin Johnson watches history being made
England's 2003 World Cup-winning captain Martin Johnson was among a 2,000-strong crowd as Malta celebrated their 100th internation…
Jon Newcombe
10 Nov 2026, 6:56
'There's more in us': Neil Barnes challenges side to lift standards against Wales
"Look, there's some finer detail that goes on in your maul defence that we honestly believe we can be better at," Barnes said on …
Henry Lee
10 Nov 2026, 5:53
Bristol coach Jordan Crane makes case for keeping key pathway alive
Bristol Bears defence coach Jordan Crane hopes there will always be a place for a cup competition for Gallagher PREM sides, as he …
Neil Fissler
10 Nov 2026, 5:34
Analysis
Gallagher PREM teams ranked in comparative form table after 5 rounds
Hit hard by injuries, particularly in the back three, and with new recruits still bedding in, Exeter are well off the pace compare…
Jon Newcombe
10 Nov 2026, 3:26
Ex-Wallaby reflects on ‘impressive’ and ‘inspiring’ All Blacks performance
Morgan Turinui believes the All Blacks’ 43-21 win over Scotland was one of “the most impressive and inspiring” performances …
Finn Morton
09 Nov 2026, 18:56
Wallabies great names All Blacks, Springboks stars in call for key change
Wallabies great Matt Burke has called for Carter Gordon to replace Declan Meredith in the starting side at fly-half.
Finn Morton
09 Nov 2026, 15:55
Jason Ryan: 'We got some reward for staying square and going forward'
"Yeah, it has [pleased him]. We've worked extremely hard on that. I think we've taken on some lessons there," Ryan explained.
Henry Lee
09 Nov 2026, 9:01
'Not great, I'd say': Tana Umaga casts doubt over key All Blacks' availability
The experienced All Blacks duo left the field during the second half at Murrayfield, both nursing different injuries.
Henry Lee
09 Nov 2026, 7:49
Analysis
Why ‘generational talent’ Peter Lakai is the new ‘man in black’ for all seasons
Already compared with the great Michael Jones, the New Zealand back-row showcased the full range of his skills against Scotland.
Nick Bishop
09 Nov 2026, 2:08
Springboks lead cut after latest World Rugby Men’s Rankings update
Both of the top teams won in the fourth round of the Nations Championship, otherwise it was a weekend dominated by the northern he…
Jon Newcombe
09 Nov 2026, 0:00
Scotland’s Ewan Ashman: 'I’d trade all the tries to have won that game'
Ewan Ashman expressed mixed emotions after his historic hat-trick ultimately counted for little in Scotland’s demoralising 43-21…
PA
08 Nov 2026, 4:12
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Fissler Confidential: Major deal tabled for All Blacks star
Bayonne have offered a deal to All Blacks back-rower and Chiefs skipper Luke Jacobson to move to the Top 14 when his deal runs out…
Neil Fissler
08 Nov 2026, 3:56
'A lot of weight': All Blacks prop hails growing scrum after Scotland Test
The All Blacks' scrum turned up the heat on Scotland at Murrayfield, delivering the most dominant display of the year just two mon…
Ned Lester
07 Nov 2026, 19:49
