Highlanders bolster 2027 squad with two international recruits
"He is experienced at Super Rugby level and his versatility will be important in a tough tournament like Super Rugby Pacific. He 
Henry Lee
03 Aug 2026, 17:28
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James Ramm among 10 Western Force players bound for NZ’s NPC
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Olympic medallists headline stacked All Blacks Sevens contingent in NPC
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Finn Morton
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Richie Mo'unga named on Canterbury bench for NPC return
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Ioane Moananu secures Super Rugby return to New Zealand on two-year deal
Moananu enjoyed a breakout season with the Crusaders in 2025, starting six of 12 appearances for the club and scoring five tries a…
Ned Lester
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Cam Millar finds new Super Rugby Pacific home after Highlanders exit
Millar has emerged as one of New Zealand's most promising playmakers throughout his four seasons with the Highlanders, and his 85 …
Ned Lester
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Bath given brutal Investec Champions Cup schedule as fixtures confirmed
Reigning champions Bordeaux, who beat Bath in the semi-finals, begin their title defence away at Gloucester on Friday, 16 October.
Jon Newcombe
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Rising star No.10 among seven offseason departures for Highlanders
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Ned Lester
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Highlanders sign Moana Pasifika No.10 Patrick Pellegrini
The Highlanders have won the race for Tonga's star No.10 Patrick Pellegrini, signing the playmaker on a two-year deal.
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Champions Cup draw: Saints pitted with Bath as Saracens grouped with 3 winners
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