'I didn't want to play anymore': D'Angelo Leuila's rise from the ashes
D'Angelo Leuila had every intention of giving up on rugby at the beginning of 2021. Now, he's an NPC champion.
Tom Vinicombe
11 Jan 2022, 13:30
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Why Cortez Ratima chose Chiefs over Crusaders: 'A chance to represent my people'
When Cortez Ratima mapped out his future following his final year of high school in 2018, the young halfback wasn’t expecting to…
Tom Vinicombe
08 Dec 2021, 13:39
Departing All Black leaves NZ playing 'best rugby of his career'
It won't necessarily happen overnight, but Brett Cameron's move to Japan will sure eventually be acknowledged for the loss that it…
Tom Vinicombe
30 Nov 2021, 7:56
Clayton McMillan compares new Chiefs halfback to former All Black
In Brad Weber, the Chiefs have arguably the second-best halfback in New Zealand at their disposal and in 2022, they'll have two ex…
Tom Vinicombe
28 Nov 2021, 5:41
Aaron Smith continues unbeaten run in NPC as Manawatu beat Otago
All Blacks star Aaron Smith has made it two wins from as many outings in his return to provincial rugby as Manawatu beat Otago 27-…
Alex McLeod
01 Oct 2021, 23:02
Aaron Smith returns to action following six-week match-less spell
All Blacks star Aaron Smith has successfully returned to action at provincial level following a six-week sideline spell.
Alex McLeod
24 Sep 2021, 22:18
Aaron Smith looking forward to linking up with former All Black
Halfback Aaron Smith won't feature for New Zealand during the Rugby Championship - but that doesn't mean he won't continue to play…
Tom Vinicombe
15 Sep 2021, 17:57
Ex-All Blacks star Waisake Naholo set to make Canterbury debut
Former All Blacks star Waisake Naholo is set to make his return to first-class rugby in New Zealand after being named on the bench…
Alex McLeod
12 Aug 2021, 20:47
All Blacks dream not over for Japan-bound Brett Cameron
Brett Cameron's surprise call-up to the All Blacks in 2018 was just the start of his rugby odyssey.
Tom Vinicombe
03 Aug 2021, 17:50
Half's time
Promising Chiefs halfback Xavier Roe has finally earned himself a start after an exceptional provincial season.
Tom Vinicombe
04 Jun 2021, 2:48
Aaron Smith re-signs with New Zealand Rugby
All Blacks, Highlanders and Manawatu Turbos fans will be celebrating, with halfback Aaron Smith announcing that he has signed a ne…
Online Editors
01 Mar 2021, 14:07
One-test All Blacks playmaker Brett Cameron moves north for 2021 provincial season
Crusaders playmaker Brett Cameron has played his final match for Canterbury as he eyes a return to the All Blacks.
Alex McLeod
14 Feb 2021, 14:03
New Zealand's unluckiest player lands Super Rugby gig in Australian capital
Former NZ Under 20s player James Tucker has always been earmarked for great things but injuries have curtailed his career to date.…
Online Editors
05 Jan 2021, 18:12
Black Ferns hold off New Zealand Barbarians while Wellington and Tasman secure crucial Mitre 10 Cup wins
When the Black Ferns met a New Zealand Barbarians side in Auckland on Saturday, there were high expectations for the national side…
Online Editors
14 Nov 2020, 16:06
Julian Savea gets the nod for Lions' position switch to further his transition
Wellington Lions head coach, Leo Crowley, has made a handful of changes to his side ahead of their clash against Manawatu at Sky S…
Online Editors
11 Nov 2020, 18:27
Watch: Try of the season banked in Chiefs derby as backs and forwards combine for outrageous score
The All Blacks may be long gone from New Zealand's provincial competition but that doesn't mean the excitement has left the Mitre …
Online Editors
07 Nov 2020, 18:46
