Rugby
Crotty could return to ABs this week
The All Blacks midfielder Ryan Crotty is set for a dramatic return to the team lineup just three weeks after another sickening head knock.
Folau back from injury for Wallabies
Injury concerns Israel Folau and Taniela Tupou are racing the clock to make a comeback after being included in a 31-strong Wallabies squad for The Rugby Championship Injury concerns Israel...
Steve Hansen's ballsy bid to fund the All Blacks with public cash divides the media
Many in the media got behind Steve Hansen’s ballsy bid for funding from public purse for the All Blacks. But they overestimate the power of the rugby-based brand and the possible down sides. Audio
Steve Hansen's ballsy bid to fund the All Blacks with public cash divides the media
Many in the media got behind Steve Hansen’s ballsy bid for funding from public purse for the All Blacks. But they overestimate the power of the rugby-based brand and the possible down sides.
AudioBolton's blues over the Blues
Bolton Equities chairman Murray Bolton says he didn't want to sell his shares with the Blues Super rugby franchise and is not to blame for the club's poor results.
Govt money should fund women not All Blacks’ pay packets
If the government is to give more money to rugby, then it should go to women and diversity in the sport, not the All Blacks says a former international player turned MP. Audio
Where NZ Rugby gets its money, and where it spends it
With the All Blacks' ability to retain top players against tempting pay packets from overseas, we wondered where Rugby NZ spends its money. Rugby NZ COO Nicki Nichol explains. Audio
Tax breaks for All Blacks mooted to keep players in NZ
Rob Nichol from the players association says New Zealand should take a leaf out of Ireland's tax book where players who end their careers there can claim back 40 per cent of their tax back. Audio
Sport: Manu Samoa coach set for sack
The Samoa Rugby Union is set to appoint a new Manu Samoa coach in a bid to rejuvinate the national team and mend fences with World Rugby. Audio
All Blacks' Bledisloe Cup win - analysis
The All Blacks at the weekend retained the Bledisloe Cup, beating Australia 40-12. RNZ rugby reporter Joe Porter talks to Alex Perrottet about the result. Audio
More to come from Beauden Barrett, Hansen warns
The All Blacks first-five Beauden Barrett is being praised after his stunning performance in Saturday night's second Bledisloe Cup test against Australia in Auckland. Barrett's 4 tries and 30 points… Audio
Wallabies David Pocock wants clarity over neck rolls
Wallabies flanker David Pocock wants clarity over how neck roll offenders will be punished after being targeted at the breakdown by the All Blacks.
All Blacks still likely to tinker against improved Pumas
The All Blacks are expected to stick to their strategic plan of giving some of their less experienced players an opportunity to start against Argentina in their next Rugby Championship match even…
Los Pumas upset Springboks
First five Nicolas Sanchez scored 17 points to inspire Argentina to only their fourth Rugby Championship triumph in 35 games as they defeated South Africa 32-19 at the Estadio Malvinas Argentinas.
Cheika rubbishes job security claims
Michael Cheika has launched a furious defence of his Wallabies coaching job, saying it's "naive" to think he's worried about his future.
Farah Palmer leading charge for women in rugby
New Zealand sports need to re-examine recruitment methods and boost women's confidence to seek leadership roles, former Black Fern captain and NZR board member Farah Palmer says. Audio
Clinical Barrett destroys Wallabies
Beauden Barrett was chief executioner as the All Blacks sliced the Wallabies apart 40-12 at Eden Park to extend their Bledisloe Cup reign into a 16th year.
Clinical Barrett destroys Wallabies
Beauden Barrett was chief executioner as the All Blacks sliced the Wallabies apart 40-12 at Eden Park to extend their Bledisloe Cup reign into a 16th year.
Sublime second half sets up Black Ferns' win
An impressive second half performance has helped the Black Ferns to a 45-17 win in the second test against Australia in Auckland.
All Blacks hoping to retain winning streak for 16th year
With 1 trans-Tasman rugby trophy already wrapped up by the Black Ferns, the All Blacks can claim another when both teams host their Australian counterparts at Eden Park in Auckland tomorrow night. Video, Audio
