Opinion
The three performers of the week from Hilux NPC round one
Northland are second after pulling clear of Manawatu 40-14. All Blacks Sevens winger Brady Rush touched down twice.
Adam Julian
02 Aug 2026, 13:49
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Jason Ryan reveals what makes Siale Lauaki a 'big ceiling' prospect
"Well, it is [a challenge], and you respect it, but you've got to take it head on. You got to do your job to enhance the jersey e…
Henry Lee
02 Aug 2026, 0:20
'Guys are going to get tired': Ex-Bok prop Kitshoff predicts 3-1 series win for South Africa
Former Springbok prop Steven Kitshoff has predicted a 3-1 series victory for South Africa over the All Blacks in the Greatest Riva…
Ben Smith
01 Aug 2026, 19:31
Richie Mo'unga keeps cards close over possible All Blacks return
Now that Mo'unga has returned successfully, Rennie could fly the No.10 in at any stage of the Greatest Rivalry Tour, if any player…
Henry Lee
01 Aug 2026, 19:07
'This isn't a walkover': Renewed hope for rivalry with Black Ferns following Trans-Tasman clash
But a gripping clash between the most dominant rugby franchises on both sides of the Tasman has spawned hope new talent can invi…
AAP
01 Aug 2026, 16:57
Richie Mo'unga completes dream Canterbury homecoming with game-winner
It was a tight 80 minutes, but turned into a dream homecoming for the 56-Test All Black when he darted over for a game-winning try…
Ned Lester
01 Aug 2026, 3:03
Dave Rennie weighs in on Springboks' depth, Stormers' season
All Blacks head coach Dave Rennie had plenty of praise for his South African counterpart during his first media engagement since l…
Ned Lester
31 Jul 2026, 21:26
Stand-in All Blacks captain Codie Taylor on Ardie Savea: 'He deserves a break'
Codie Taylor says Ardie Savea's belated arrival in South Africa for the Rugby's Greatest Rivalry Tour is a deserved rest for the A…
Ned Lester
31 Jul 2026, 20:05
Analysis
Boks edged out by France in Nations Championship 'power play' rankings
Using data from ITV Rugby statisticians, Hillsport Media, we've worked out which team is the most ruthless at punishing opposition…
Jon Newcombe
31 Jul 2026, 6:00
Opinion
Five emerging players to watch this NPC season
The 50th NPC sees Canterbury enter 2026 as champions with a roster that suggests it could repeat. There are 11 Super Rugby winners…
Adam Julian
30 Jul 2026, 19:36
Richie Mo'unga: 'It's been on my mind, what the comeback would look like'
Richie Mo'unga says he's prepared for every scenario as he chases an All Blacks recall after three seasons in Japan.
Ned Lester
30 Jul 2026, 17:06
Analysis
The data shows Dave Rennie's All Blacks can test the all-conquering Springboks to the max
The Nations Championship statistics show a drastic change in New Zealand's game plan - one South Africa must work hard to contain.
Nick Bishop
30 Jul 2026, 4:47
All Blacks told to 'expect no mercy' as URC outfits baying for win over NZ
The All Blacks have been told to 'expect no mercy' as they embark on their first full tour of South Africa in 30 years.
Ian Cameron
30 Jul 2026, 1:55
Opinion
Deep parallels to 2010 for the All Blacks ahead of South Africa
It was crisis mode for the All Blacks that triggered an introspective look at the team's tactics, selections and operations. From …
Ben Smith
29 Jul 2026, 22:39
James Ramm among 10 Western Force players bound for NZ’s NPC
Wallabies hopeful James Ramm will play for New Zealand side Northland during the 2026 National Provincial Championship.
Finn Morton
29 Jul 2026, 22:03
Olympic medallists headline stacked All Blacks Sevens contingent in NPC
More than a dozen current and former All Blacks Sevens representatives will feature in the opening round of the 2026 NPC season.
Finn Morton
29 Jul 2026, 20:19
