Rugby
All Blacks expect Pocock to play against them this weekend
The All Blacks expect David Pocock to return to the Wallabies line-up this weekend, while there is a possibility New Zealand will start two opensiders of their own.
Sir Brian Lochore remembered in Wairarapa
All Black great Sir Brian Lochore died at the weekend at the age of 78 after a battle with cancer. His rugby career began in Wairarapa and he's fondly remembered on the walls of the local clubrooms in… Audio
Five All Blacks cut from squad ahead of Bledisloe Cup
All Blacks selectors have moved a step closer to deciding on their final squad for the Rugby World Cup. Sports reporter Clay Wilson joins Checkpoint host Alex Perrottet to discuss the squad for the… Video, Audio
Sports commentator Brendan Telfer - netball pay equity
Brendan talks to Kathryn about the late financial windfall for the Netball World Cup victorious Silver Ferns. Audio
All Blacks’ experiment adds exciting element to big match
Richie Mo'unga will start at first-five and Beauden Barrett at fullback when the All Blacks play the Springboks on Saturday night. Coach Steve Hansen explains his decisions, while reporter Joe Porter… Video, Audio
Police look to recruit Hawke's Bay rugby players
Rugby as a career is an aspiration for many young players though it's pretty tough job and doesn't last forever. So police in Hawke's Bay have met up with members of the Magpies and Tuis squads. Audio
Lealiifano returns to Wallabies lineup
Christian Lealiifano will make a remarkable return for the Wallabies on Saturday while James O'Connor is also set to make a comeback against Argentina.
Barrett and Mo'unga both start against Boks
All Blacks coach Steve Hansen has completely changed his side to take on the Springboks this weekend with just three players remaining from the side that started against Argentina.
Five uncapped players in All Blacks team for Argentina
RNZ rugby correspondent Joe Porter joins Lisa Owen to discuss the All Blacks team and Argentina's chances of claiming their first ever win over New Zealand. Video, Audio
No rugby league for Taranaki girl
Another case of a girl wanting to play sport and being told she can't. This time the rules say it's too dangerous. Audio
Fiji too good for NZ Maori
Fiji have powered their way to a resounding 27-10 win over New Zealand Maori in Suva.
Ian Foster sets sights on All Blacks coach job
All Blacks assistant coach Ian Foster has put his hand up to succeed Steve Hansen as head coach after the Rugby World Cup, giving Crusaders boss Scott Robertson competition for the role.
NZ Rugby selection: do they need to install a moral compass?
New Zealand Rugby has a list of socially oriented "character assessment values" when it comes to selecting players. Things like work ethic, competitiveness, resilience, coachability, and motivation in… Audio
Crusaders fans celebrate third successive Super Rugby title
Crusaders fans might be getting used to having the country's best rugby team, but there was no sign today at the team's victory party of winners' fatigue. Video, Audio
Mediawatch for 7 July 2019
Cancer coverage stirs action and emotions; giving Austria's far-right a platform; All Black jersey reveal pulls wool over fans' eyes Audio
Cantabrians optimistic of a win in Super Rugby final
Crusaders rugby supporters are bullish about winning a third Super Rugby title in a row, but not everyone in the garden city wants the hosts to emerge victorious. Audio
Crusaders favoured to win in final test match
The Crusaders are one win away from becoming just the second team in Super Rugby history to win three consecutive titles - but they'll have to beat the Jaguares in Christchurch first. Video, Audio
The Rugby War
In 1995 rugby dropped its amateur ethos and went openly professional - but not before nearly tearing itself in two. Produced by Justin Gregory Audio
All Blacks squad to be announced, two months ahead of RWC
The first All Blacks squad of the year will be announced in Auckland tonight. The squad is expected to include up to 41 players and will be for the All Blacks' first two matches of the Rugby… Video, Audio
Warren Gatland to coach the Chiefs
Wales coach Warren Gatland will move to the Chiefs next year - a signing hailed as a major coup for NZ Rugby. Audio
