Rugby
Pay-per-view: get used to it
The All Blacks' game against the Barbarians is likely to be just the first foray into livestreaming test matches, Jamie Wall writes.
Overnight sports roundup
RNZ Sports Reporter Joe Porter talks about the Black Caps vs India second T20 and the All Blacks vs the Barbarians. Audio
Wallabies brush aside Japan in Yokohama
Australia were devastating in attack as they brushed aside Japan 63-30 in Yokohama on Saturday, adding momentum as they head to Europe to face stiffer opposition in Wales, England and Scotland later…
NZ Maori romp to big win over Canada
The New Zealand Maori rugby team have opened their two-match overseas tour with a 51-9 thumping of Canada.
NZ sports fans spoilt for choice this weekend
This weekend will be a busy one for sports fans. Clay Wilson talks to John Campbell ahead of the first matches of the All Blacks tour and a rugby league clash between Tonga and Samoa. Video, Audio
Mo'unga steers Canterbury to three in a row
Canterbury have continued to dominate domestic rugby by claiming their ninth NPC rugby Premiership title in 10 years following their 35-13 win over the Tasman Makos in Christchurch.
Women's rugby stars deserve to be paid - Labour
The new Sports Minister will ask New Zealand Rugby to pay the World Cup winning women's rugby team.
Lions roar back with Championship title
Wellington will return to domestic rugby's top flight next year for the first time since 2014 after holding off Bay of Plenty in an extra time Championship final thriller in Wellington.
TJ locks in four more years
Halfback TJ Perenara has re-signed with All Blacks through until 2021 as New Zealand rugby continues to build long-term contracts with key players.
Domestic rugby finals: History, maiden titles, pride on the line
It's finals weekend in the domestic rugby competition, and there's pride to be restored, scores to be settled and history to be made. As RNZ's Joe Porter reports, there's plenty on the line for… Audio
Baabaas get on the Bus
Out of favour wing Julian Savea is set to play against the All Blacks next month.
NZ-born Parkes named in Welsh squad
New Zealand-born centre Hadleigh Parkes is one of five uncapped players in Welsh coach Warren Gatland's 36-man squad for Tests against Australia, New Zealand, South Africa and Georgia.
Wallabies down All Blacks in Brisbane
The Wallabies have finally snapped their Bledisloe Cup losing streak, toppling the All Blacks 23-18 in a thriller at a rain-drenched Suncorp Stadium in Brisbane.
Canterbury and Tasman make rugby final
Canterbury will play Tasman in the Premiership final of provincial rugby, a repeat of last years decider.
Bay of Plenty grab berth in Championship final
Wellington will play Bay of Plenty in the provincial rugby Championship final next weekend.
Hardie suspended by Scotland Rugby Union
The former New Zealand rugby player John Hardie has been suspended from playing for both club and country in his adopted Scotland pending an investigation.
Outgoing All Blacks assistant Smith selfless to the end
Wayne Smith is going to miss Wednesdays within the All Blacks environment.
All Blacks poised to crack 2000 tries
There's been a distinct lack of buzz around the All Black test tonight, but here's a reason to keep an eye on it - especially if you're a stats geek. Video
Wayne Smith ready for farewell to All Blacks
Tomorrow night's Bledisloe Cup test in Brisbane marks the end of an era for the All Blacks as assistant coach Wayne Smith coaches the team for the final time. Audio
Matt Todd out of Bledisloe test with injury
All Blacks flanker Matt Todd has been ruled out of Saturday night's third and final Bledisloe Cup test with injury.
