New Zealand

All Blacks star Jordie Barrett to make Leinster switch as long-term future secured

All Blacks centre Jordie Barrett will be moving to Leinster in 2024 on a six-month deal as part of a new long-term contract with New Zealand Rugby.

Who’s hot and who’s not: Superstars shine in Champions Cup, Peter O’Mahony signs on and chaos in Super Rugby Pacific… again

Find out what's made Who's hot and who's not this week!

Beauden Barrett and Marika Koroibete score doubles while Bryn Gatland’s costly miss dents Kobelco Kobe Steelers hopes

Marika Koroibete and Beauden Barrett scored two tries apiece while Viliame Takayawa grabbed four in the latest round of League One action in Japan.

‘I’ve recently been diagnosed’ – Blues star reveals cancer battle

Blues second-row Cameron Suafoa will step away from the game to battle cancer after revealing the news on social media this weekend.

TJ Perenara equals Super Rugby try-scoring record in Hurricanes’ victory over Chiefs

TJ Perenara equalled Super Rugby's all-time try-scoring record as the Hurricanes beat the Chiefs 36-23 in Wellington on Saturday.

‘Inside job again’ – Dan Carter’s cheeky suggestion after Wallabies’ ‘world-class’ coaching appointments

The appointment of Joe Schmidt and Mike Cron to the Wallabies set-up may have left Dan Carter slightly worried.

Quiz: Can you name the last England team to beat the All Blacks in New Zealand?

A tricky one but have a crack!

Dan Carter puts pressure on All Blacks and Scott Robertson over ‘huge’ England series

The legendary Dan Carter has discussed the importance of the England series to the All Blacks and their new head coach, Scott Robertson.

Dan Carter weighs into the All Blacks fly-half debate after Richie Mo’unga’s departure

The legendary All Blacks playmaker Dan Carter discusses the fly-half battle ahead of the start of the 2024 Test season.

‘Sacrilege’ – All Blacks prop primed for Wallabies switch after star’s injury

A season-ending injury to Wallabies and Waratahs prop Angus Bell has opened the door for a switch of international allegiances for an All Black.

New Zealanders avoid prosecution for online abuse of referees during the World Cup

NZ Police have decided not to file charges against fans who abused referees during the Rugby World Cup.

Ex-All Blacks and Wallabies coach set to replace Rugby World Cup hero as Fiji boss – report

Fiji are set to announce their successor to Simon Raiwalui, according to reports.

Quiz: Can you name every World Rugby Player of the Year?

Give it a go and let's know how many you were able to name!

Crusaders boss left ‘disappointed’ after potential All Black decides to leave

The Crusaders revealed that they fought hard to retain the services of promising fly-half Fergus Burke before he opted to join Saracens.

Quiz: Can you name every Rugby World Cup Final try-scorer?

This is a real challenge.

All Blacks flyer thriving again after devastating Rugby World Cup injury

All Blacks and Chiefs wing Emoni Narawa has recovered from a troublesome injury and is shining on attack in Super Rugby Pacific again.

Injury to Aaron Smith’s likely heir allows TJ Perenara to stake claim for All Blacks selection

The Hurricanes have made just one change to their starting XV for Saturday's game against the Chiefs with TJ Perenara replacing Cam Roigard at scrum-half.

Quiz: Can you name all 44 two-time Rugby World Cup winners?

How many of the 44 players can you name?

Crusaders boosted as All Blacks star returns from long injury lay-off

Ethan Blackadder has recovered from injury and is set to make his first appearance of the season for the Crusaders against the Waratahs on Friday.

‘He won’t let you down’ – All Blacks legend urges Scott Robertson to recall veteran after Aaron Smith’s retirement

Legendary All Black Justin Marshall has urged Scott Robertson to include TJ Perenara in New Zealand's squad for their Test series against England.

Huge coup as highly-rated ex-All Blacks coach joins Steve Borthwick’s England staff full-time

England have bolstered their backroom staff by adding New Zealander Andrew Strawbridge to their ranks as an assistant coach and coaching advisor.

Ex-All Blacks boss set to return to the international fold after World Cup heartbreak

Ian Foster is set to return to international coaching this June.

Ian Foster lands first job since Rugby World Cup heartbreak and links up with fellow ex-All Blacks head coach – report

Ian Foster will take on his first role since he left the All Blacks job following the conclusion of the Rugby World Cup.

Super Rugby Pacific Team of the Week: Returning All Black shines with a ‘performance of dreams’

Following another electric weekend in Super Rugby Pacific, we have nailed down our Team of the Week for Round Seven.

All Blacks legend rejects Antoine Dupont claim as Aaron Smith the true ‘number one’

All Blacks legends have heaped praise on Aaron Smith's impact in rugby.

All Blacks great ‘concerned’ by fly-half depth after talented playmaker ‘messed around’ by Ian Foster

Scott Robertson could struggle to find the answers in a couple of positions during the 2024 Test season, according to an All Blacks great.

‘Supporters pulled out weapons’ – Players shot at after game in New Zealand abandoned

A wild story from New Zealand!

Justin Marshall’s ‘creative’ idea to overhaul Super Rugby Pacific schedule that is ‘not working’

Justin Marshall wants organisers to change the Super Rugby Pacific schedule.

Ardie Savea suffers setback while Marika Koroibete stars and Richie Mo’unga’s the hero as teams jostle for top four

Ardie Savea, Richie Mo'unga, Aaron Smith and Marika Koroibete were amongst those in action over the past week in Japan Rugby League One.

Damian McKenzie ‘split in half’ by huge hit as Super Rugby Pacific account blasted

All Blacks star Damian McKenzie received a big hit during the Chiefs’ 68-12 Super Rugby Pacific victory over Moana Pasifika on Saturday.