Second half a ‘pretty impressive performance’: Robertson
Second half a ‘pretty impressive performance’: Robertson
All Blacks coach Scott Robertson did not expect miracles in the first test of the season.
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All Blacks v France: ABs player ratings
All Blacks v France: ABs player ratings
Sports editor Hayden Meikle rates the All Blacks from the test against France on Saturday night.
Dunedin semifinals set after triple playoff upsets
Dunedin semifinals set after triple playoff upsets
There will be two relatively unexpected semifinals after a day of upsets in the Dunedin division 1 club rugby competition.
Semifinals set after triple playoff upsets
Semifinals set after triple playoff upsets
There will be two relatively unexpected semifinals after a day of upsets in the Dunedin division 1 club rugby competition.
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Cracking game needed to erase boredom
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Cracking game needed to erase boredom
People assume two things about sports reporters.
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Robertson wary of unpredictability of French
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Robertson wary of unpredictability of French
Scott Robertson unintentionally gave All Blacks fans the perfect analogy to consider ahead of a test in Dunedin that could have wildly different outcomes.
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ABs, France all square in brief history in South
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ABs, France all square in brief history in South
This will be just the third test between the All Blacks and France played in Dunedin. Hayden Meikle glances back at the other two clashes.
Otago players to make All Blacks debut
Otago players to make All Blacks debut
A Dutchman and a Demon will fulfil long-held dreams and make it a special night for Otago when the All Blacks play France tomorrow night.
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Worth bearing in mind hot-favourite ABs have lost past three to France
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Worth bearing in mind hot-favourite ABs have lost past three to France
Both the All Blacks and the Otago public might want to consider the perils of complacency as they gear up for tomorrow night’s test against France at Forsyth Barr Stadium.
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Proud Lio-Willie ready to do his bit
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Proud Lio-Willie ready to do his bit
Christian Lio-Willie is tempted to try to sneak in a game of grassroots rugby before the biggest moment of his career tomorrow night.
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Side shows value Robertson places on versatility
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Side shows value Robertson places on versatility
There will not be too many people accusing Scott Robertson of being a touch conservative this week.
Otago duo named to start Dunedin test
Otago duo named to start Dunedin test
Two Otago players will be making their debuts — and starting — for the All Blacks on Saturday night.
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Holland — the making of an All Black
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Holland — the making of an All Black
Fabian Holland is a young rugby player with natural gifts, a ferocious work ethic and a relentless drive to be better.
Butcher storms to first world cup title
Butcher storms to first world cup title
Finn Butcher already has one gold medal to treasure, but he was delighted to add another yesterday.
Former Otago star Brazier set for international return at 35
Former Otago star Brazier set for international return at 35
If you are good enough, you are young enough.
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Tavatavanawai’s selection ‘still unreal’
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Tavatavanawai’s selection ‘still unreal’
Timoci Tavatavanawai was born and raised in Fiji, earned his Super Rugby stripes on the North Shore, and calls Nelson home.
Williams injury opens way for Otago prop
Williams injury opens way for Otago prop
The All Blacks have suffered another massive injury blow before the whistle has even been blown to start their season.
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Celebrate this test before it’s too late
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Celebrate this test before it’s too late
Test week! That is how we used to feel about it, anyway.
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Lions head for The Lucky Country
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Lions head for The Lucky Country
The Lions are coming. Not to New Zealand — the next scheduled visit here from the British and Irish side is not until 29 — but Australia is close enough. Hayden Meikle offers a guide to...
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Rivalry set for latest chapter
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Rivalry set for latest chapter
And so they meet again.