Cheslin Kolbe and Co humbled in Japan by former Wallaby
Wallaby veteran Bernard Foley helped himself to 29 points as Kubota Spears bossed the weekend’s feature match of Japan Rugby Lea…
Matt McILraith
28 Dec 2025, 3:24
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Richie Mo'unga and Cheslin Kolbe continue to make a big impact in JRLO
After flattering to deceive last season, Tokyo Sungoliath already appear a much-improved beast, sitting on top of the standings af…
Matt McILraith
21 Dec 2025, 6:15
Rowntree faces one of the greatest challenges in coaching in Japan
When the title-winning former Munster coach Graham Rowntree signed on with Urasyu D-Rocks in Japan Rugby League One, he knew he ha…
Matt McILraith
19 Dec 2025, 1:50
Cheslin Koble makes stunning return, All Black binned for dissent
Former Wallaby Berrick Barnes enjoyed a remarkable success on his first day on the Saitama Wild Knights coaching team as his side …
Matt McILraith
14 Dec 2025, 4:32
All Black Richie Mo’unga aiming for perfect 10 in Japanese farewell
The fifth edition of Japan Rugby League One kicks off in Tokyo next week, with the Toshiba Brave Lupus Tokyo playmaker attempting …
Matt McILraith
04 Dec 2025, 3:41
Player of the Year trend reflects well on top Japanese league
Japan's Rugby League One is celebrating a hat-trick of World Rugby Player of the Year awards after Kubota Spears hooker Malcolm Ma…
Jon Newcombe
26 Nov 2025, 1:18
NZR Awards: All Blacks lock among nominees for NPC Player of the Year
New Zealand Rugby has unveiled the first round of award finalists ahead of its night of nights on December 11.
Finn Morton
04 Nov 2025, 18:08
Opinion
The top performers from the NPC semi-finals as South Island dominates
Canterbury will host Otago in Saturday’s NPC final after both South Island outfits achieved resounding semi-final victories.
Adam Julian
18 Oct 2025, 17:40
Canterbury book NPC final spot with dominant win over Hawke’s Bay
Canterbury will host Otago in the NPC final next weekend after running away with a clinical win over Hawke’s Bay in Christchurch…
Finn Morton
18 Oct 2025, 0:58
NPC team lists: Finn Hurley returns as Otago name side for semi-final
Naitoa Ah Kuoi will captain Bay of Plenty in the absence of injured Kurt Eklund, as the Steamers look to continue their quest for …
Finn Morton
14 Oct 2025, 18:38
Opinion
The four stand out performers from the NPC quarter-finals
Both NPC semi-finals will be in the South Island after Canterbury and Otago withstood brave challenges from Waikato and Counties M…
Adam Julian
13 Oct 2025, 15:42
Seven All Blacks released: Team lists for NPC quarter-finals
All Blacks Samipeni Finau, Luke Jacobson and Anton Lienert-Brown headline Waikato’s team for their NPC quarter-final away to Ota…
Finn Morton
08 Oct 2025, 16:50
Watch: The last-minute try that booked Bay of Plenty’s place in NPC semis
Bay of Plenty are through to the NPC semi-finals after a dramatic last-minute try saw them beat Hawke’s Bay.
Finn Morton
11 Oct 2024, 20:43
Former All Black’s surprise praise for NPC versus Super Rugby Pacific
There’s no competition quite like New Zealand’s National Provincial Championship. Soon, a champion will be crowned.
Finn Morton
04 Oct 2024, 18:49
Cam Roigard in line for comeback as 16 All Blacks made available for NPC
Cam Roigard is set to return from injury on Saturday afternoon when Counties Manukau play in the NPC's final regular season round.
Finn Morton
02 Oct 2024, 16:09
David Havili set for Ranfurly Shield clash as 12 All Blacks released to NPC
12 members of the All Blacks’ Rugby Championship squad that have today been released to represent their Provincial Unions.
Finn Morton
11 Sep 2024, 16:41
