Return of Super crowds in Dunedin, Hamilton 'massive for rugby'
Some franchises had to wear a $500,000 loss for every home game with crowd restrictions. Finally, CEOs have some relief.
All Black and Springbok share 'sadness' about SA's possible exit
Patrick Tuipulotu and Pieter-Steph du Toit are team-mates in Japan, which has allowed them to ponder the 'special relationship' between their nations.
'Massive relief': Game on for community sport from this weekend
Saturday sport will get under way this week as Covid-19 restrictions ease, while vaccine passes will be dropped from April 4.
TJ Perenara returns for first Canes match in 19 months
7:01 PM All Blacks halfback is back in No 9, while Sam Whitelock is among several frontliners missing for the Crusaders as they travel to Hamilton.
All Blacks slump to No 3 as World Cup doomsayers get vocal
All Blacks fall victim to France's stunning rise with predictions the French could end NZ's remarkable RWC record next year.
Stags 'making good process' around player contracting
Southland Stags coach Dale MacLeod says they have about 20 players locked in for the 2022 NPC season which puts them ahead of where they were 12 months ago.
Arrest made after death of ex-Puma who played All Blacks
Federico Martin Aramburu, who played the All Blacks in 2006, was shot dead in Paris.
SBW eyes headline card with Quade Cooper
While the star five-eighth is still an integral part of the Wallabies’ plans for the 2023 World Cup, his good friend believes he has unfinished business in the ring.
'It's justifiable to sack Wayne Pivac'
Wales greats lash Kiwi coach after his team were "absolutely dreadful" against Italy.
'We’ve got to be better than that' - Moana Pasifika coach calls for step up in intensity
Aaron Mauger has challenged his players to address two key areas after their Super Rugby lesson from the Chiefs.
What pro rugby means for brilliant female athletes
Over decades of struggle, the women's game has survived. Surely now, generations of women deserve to see it thrive.
All Blacks prop sticks with Stags
All Blacks and Highlanders loosehead prop Ethan de Groot has recommitted to the Southland Stags for the 2022 season.
Another racial storm envelopes South Africa rugby
New provincial boss facing charges as he attacks "racist rugby establishment and Springbok emblem".
Fighting talk from Wayne Pivac as Wales begin review
"People in positions higher up than myself make the decisions you are alluding to," Kiwi coach says as shock loss to Italy sinks in.
'Greatest story in sports history': SBW tipped to fight for heavyweight world title
He’s already won Rugby World Cups and NRL premierships. Could a heavyweight world title be next for the cross-code superstar?
Resilient, brilliant Chiefs unleash their Super Rugby Pacific title credentials
Clayton McMillan's men might just be building something special in Mooloo country, writes Marc Hinton.
All Blacks aren't ready to be a beloved global brand
OPINION: Naivety within the organisation and tolerance of players who have mistreated women puts NZR at odds with overseas markets key to its future.
TJ Perenara returns for Hurricanes, withdrawals hit Crusaders
All Blacks halfback is back in No 9, while Sam Whitelock is among several frontliners missing for the Crusaders as they travel to Hamilton.
All Blacks prop sticks with Stags
All Blacks and Highlanders loosehead prop Ethan de Groot has recommitted to the Southland Stags for the 2022 season.
Once promising All Blacks star falls again while trying to overcome demons
His rugby career had many highlights, but Zac Guildford’s off-the-pitch behaviour has long since overshadowed his electric ability on the wing.
Former All Black Zac Guildford sentenced on fraud charges totalling $100,000
The troubled ex rugby star illegally accessed his grandfather's online banking nine times, and then convinced a friend to fund bogus legal costs.
Sanzaar signs new Sky UK deal to cover All Blacks, Super Rugby, NPC
The four-year deal will return Super Rugby to screens in the UK and Ireland this weekend in a sign that normality is returning to the rugby system.
Black Ferns sevens star Gayle Broughton steps away from rugby
An Olympic, Commonwealth Games and world champion, Gayle Broughton is moving to Australia to live with family.
'I've told them what I want': Woodman's avid quest for trio of world titles
With three gold medals up for grabs across two codes within four months, Black Ferns star is trying to convince her coaches she's up for the unique challenge.
Black Ferns captain to lead Chiefs Manawa
Les Elder was captain for their one-off win over the Blues last year. She'll stay in the role as they chase the inaugural Super Rugby Aupiki title.
League star's wife given devastating diagnosis
Honey Hireme-Smiler has taken some brutal hits on the field, but the biggest have been off it as she goes into another battle against cancer.
Brave Blossoms' Brighton Miracle butchered by Tem-pestuous docu-drama
REVIEW: Japan’s incredible, inspiring 2015 victory has all the makings of a terrific documentary or Invictus-style drama, this is neither of those.
All Blacks to face France in 2023 Rugby World Cup opener
The All Blacks' record of having never lost a pool match in Rugby World Cup history will be tested against the hosts in Paris.
Rugby Australia have a new leader, as Sanzaar boss Andy Marinos makes his move
He headed Sanzaar, now Andy Marinos is to run rugby in Australia.
Rugby World Cup: How the draw for the 2023 tournament works
All Blacks fans will find out who their team has been pooled with in the early hours of Tuesday morning.
'It's justifiable to sack Wayne Pivac'
Wales greats lash Kiwi coach after his team were "absolutely dreadful" against Italy.
Another racial storm envelopes South Africa rugby
New provincial boss facing charges as he attacks "racist rugby establishment and Springbok emblem".
Fighting talk from Wayne Pivac as Wales begin review
"People in positions higher up than myself make the decisions you are alluding to," Kiwi coach says as shock loss to Italy sinks in.
Eddie Jones urges England fans to 'have some faith' after 6N disaster
Bosses back their Aussie coach as he insists England remain on course for World Cup.
'We’ve got to be better than that' - Moana Pasifika coach calls for step up in intensity
Aaron Mauger has challenged his players to address two key areas after their Super Rugby lesson from the Chiefs.
Leti-I'iga inspires Hurricanes to first win against Matatū
The Black Ferns winger was in outstanding form as the Poua recorded their first victory of Super Rugby Aupiki.
Chiefs overwhelm Blues to win first Super Rugby Aupiki title
Two yellow cards in one minute hurt the Blues as the Chiefs run in five tries to become the first Aupiki champions.
What's next for Super Rugby Aupiki after troubled first edition?
Chiefs coach and captain were drowned out by their team's celebrations while reflecting solemnly on a landmark night, while Blues skipper raises player welfare concerns.
Moana Pasifika assistant coach living dream despite challenges
Assistant coach Dale MacLeod believes with time on its side Moana Pasifika will develop into a real threat in the Super Rugby Pacific competition.
Ranfurly Shield challenge for South Canterbury
South Canterbury will get first crack at lifting rugby’s Ranfurly Shield from Hawke’s Bay in 2022.
Givealittle page set up to help bring Joeli Vidiri's body home
Joeli Vidiri's former team-mates are doing all they can so that the winger can have a fitting send-off at the stadium where he starred.
Taranaki head coach Neil Barnes 'stoked' with revamped NPC format
Having labelled the old format 'flawed' and pleaded for NZR to get their act together, Neil Barnes has got what he wanted.
Black Ferns sevens star Gayle Broughton steps away from rugby
An Olympic, Commonwealth Games and world champion, Gayle Broughton is moving to Australia to live with family.
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All Blacks Sevens and Black Ferns Sevens set for World Series return
Eight months after competing in Tokyo, New Zealand's return to the world stage is timely with the Commonwealth Games and World Cup looming.
NZR unveils jerseys with new sponsors for ABs, Black Ferns
They are the same jerseys launched last year but with different sponsors that will appear on kits for the national rugby teams.
TJ Perenara returns for Hurricanes, withdrawals hit Crusaders
Return of Super crowds in Dunedin, Hamilton 'massive for rugby'
'Massive relief': Game on for community sport from this weekend
All Black and Springbok share 'sadness' about SA's possible exit
All Blacks slump to No 3 as World Cup doomsayers get vocal
Caleb Clarke inspired by the words of 'Uncle Inga' as he chases unfinished business
Super Rugby: Covid hit Crusaders touch and go to play Chiefs
Highlanders on track to face the Blues after Covid-19 battle
Stags 'making good process' around player contracting
Arrest made after death of ex-Puma who played All Blacks
SBW eyes headline card with Quade Cooper
'It's justifiable to sack Wayne Pivac'
'We’ve got to be better than that' - Moana Pasifika coach calls for step up in intensity
Strong Six Nations shows why All Blacks could lose to Ireland in July