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Manu Vatuvei's fledgling boxing career has been ground to a halt after the discovery of a cyst on...

Manu Vatuvei 'still in denial' after discovering brain cyst

Manu Vatuvei looked to launch a career as a professional boxer after stepping away from rugby league. He tells Christopher Reive about the brain cyst that ruled boxing out as an option for him and...

Asofa-Solomona commits to New Zealand

Nelson Asofa-Solomona. Photo: Getty Images

Asofa-Solomona commits to New Zealand

Nelson Asofa-Solomona won't be joining league's continental drift, declaring that he wants to remain a Kiwis player for life.

Marshall, Foran confirmed in NZ squad

Benji Marshall could make his first Kiwis appearance since 2012. Photo: Getty Images

Marshall, Foran confirmed in NZ squad

Veteran halves Benji Marshall and Kieran Foran were last night confirmed for the 19-strong Kiwis squad for the inaugural Oceania Cup test against Tonga on Saturday night.

Tigers roar to southern title

Cowboys player Josh Reedy is tackled by Kia Toa Tigers player Joely Penese at the club final at...

Tigers roar to southern title

The Kia Toa Tigers got up 24-18 over the Invercargill Cowboys in a tight arm wrestle for the 2019 southern club title at the Oval on Saturday.

Tigers, Cowboys finalists

Tigers, Cowboys finalists

The Tigers and Cowboys won their semifinals comfortably, setting up a clash between the clear top two teams in the final.

Older Luke looking to take opportunity

Issac Luke on the run for the Warriors. Photo: Getty Images

Older Luke looking to take opportunity

Injuries have dictated Issac Luke's career with the Warriors.

Queensland claim Origin opener over NSW

Queensland players celebrate their win over New South Wales Blues at Suncorp Stadium in Brisbane....

Queensland claim Origin opener over NSW

The Coach Whisperer has something to shout about after Queensland snatched a come-from-behind 18-14 win over NSW in the State of Origin series opener at Suncorp Stadium.

Cowboys, Tigers secure home series with big wins

North Otago lock Anthony Amato on the charge against Horowhenua-Kapiti in their Heartland...

Cowboys, Tigers secure home series with big wins

The Invercargill Cowboys and Kia Toa Tigers secured home semifinals next Saturday and University finished its season with a good win against the South Pacific Raiders.

Rising league player dies after flu

Rising league player dies from infection caused by flu

Former New Zealand Secondary School rugby league representative Zae Wallace has died from a serious infection after catching the flu.

Policing of ruck in favour of old firm

The NRL is contemplating taking an NRL or State of Origin game to California after the success of...

Policing of ruck in favour of old firm

The NRL is about to take a back seat as the State of Origin series barges through the door. But the first two and a-half months have revealed plenty.

Tigers dominate University

Dunedin Bears player Jimmy Eteuati is held by Tipene Maddams, of Invercargill club Cooks, during...

Tigers dominate University

The Kia Toa Tigers put on a dominant display against University in the only match of the southern club competition round on Saturday.

NRL great Cooper Cronk to give game away

NRL great Cooper Cronk to give game away

Champion halfback Cooper Cronk has announced he will retire from the NRL at the end of the 2019 season, praised former and current teammates and alluded to a future in commentary.

Kiwi league great Quentin Pongia dies

Former Kiwis captain Quentin Pongia has died after a battle with cancer. He was 48.

Maumalo loves physical side of game

Ken Maumalo scores for the Warriors against the Knights this year. Photo: Getty Images

Maumalo loves physical side of game

Ask Ken Maumalo about the bruising, physical aspect of his job and there's an immediate glint in his eye.

Multiple Dunedin tournaments to showcase game

The best young rugby league talent in the South Island will be on display in Dunedin this year.

Cowboys bounce back with walloping of University

The Cowboys bounced back after last week's loss. Kia Toa ran rampant over the South Pacific Raiders, and the Cooks got up in a tight tussle against He Tauaa.

Welcome win for Warriors over Dragons

David Fusitu'a runs in to score for the Warriors against the Dragons. Photo: Getty

Welcome win for Warriors over Dragons

After a month of misery for the Warriors, they found some joy on the NRL's Magic Weekend, with an improbable comeback to beat the Dragons 26-18.

Nikorima to make Warriors debut

Kodi Nikorima in his new Warriors colours ahead of this weekend's game. Photo: Getty Images

Nikorima to make Warriors debut

Kodi Nikorima will make his Warriors debut at his old home ground.

Unahi stars as Tigers savage Cowboys

Cooks player Lionel Tuwairua is tackled by South Pacific Raiders player James Piho, with Andrew...

Unahi stars as Tigers savage Cowboys

Kia Toa got up over the Cowboys, moving it further ahead at the top of the southern club competition.

Warriors sign Nikorima in three-year deal

Brisbane Broncos halfback Kodi Nikorima could sign with the Warriors. Photo: Getty Images

Warriors sign Nikorima in three-year deal

The Warriors believe their patience in replacing Shaun Johnson has paid off after securing Kodi Nikorima on a three-season NRL deal which begins immediately.

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