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'Really exciting': Joseph primed for first World Cup start

Maia Joseph on her way to scoring for the Black Ferns during this morning's win over Ireland at...

'Really exciting': Joseph primed for first World Cup start

Otago halfback Maia Joseph hopes she can inject a point of difference into the Black Ferns' Rugby World Cup campaign after shaking off injury ahead of the knockout stage.

Out of top four, but not out of contention

Nathan Cleary and the Panthers will have to do it the hard way if they are to win a fifth...

Out of top four, but not out of contention

The four teams in the bottom half of the top eight have declared they can make a run for the title, in what shapes as an unpredictable NRL finals series. Scott Bailey, of AAP, reports.

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Spirit’s first box ticked, but more to do

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Spirit’s first box ticked, but more to do

The Otago Spirit have ticked off their first goal.

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Crunch time: cup quarters loom

Jorja Miller has been in spectacular form for the Black Ferns at the Rugby World Cup. PHOTOS:...

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Crunch time: cup quarters loom

Now things start to get interesting. Kayla Hodge takes a look at the Rugby World Cup quarterfinals kicking off tomorrow.

Sevens star replaces axed All Blacks winger

Leroy Carter of the All Blacks during a New Zealand All Blacks training session at North Harbour...

Sevens star replaces axed All Blacks winger

Former sevens star Leroy Carter will become the ninth new cap of 2025 when he plays for the All Blacks against the Springboks on Saturday night.

Whaanga, Nemec-Vial in for injured Te Hiwi, Gilbert

Whaanga, Nemec-Vial in for injured Te Hiwi, Gilbert

Otago captain Sam Gilbert pulled up lame late during the 29-10 win over Northland last week and has been ruled out for Saturday’s home game against Taranaki.

Skipper Gilbert ruled out of Taranaki clash

Otago captain Sam Gilbert will be a big miss against Taranaki this weekend. Photo: Peter McIntosh

Skipper Gilbert ruled out of Taranaki clash

Otago captain Sam Gilbert pulled up lame late during the 29-10 win against Northland last week and has been ruled out for Saturday’s home fixture against Taranaki.

Southern schools championship receives major overhaul

Southern schools championship receives major overhaul

The Southern Schools Rugby Championship has had a major overhaul.

Tupaea re-signs with Chiefs

Tupaea re-signs with Chiefs

Robust second five Quinn Tupaea has signed a deal to stay with the Chiefs and All Blacks through to the end of the 2027 season.

Richie McCaw in All Blacks camp

Richie McCaw in All Blacks camp

Crusaders legend and two-time World Cup-winning captain Richie McCaw is back with the All Blacks, but his role with the team is unclear.

Boks shuffle backline

South Africa's Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu in action with Australia's Corey Toole last month. ...

Boks shuffle backline

South Africa have included Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu in a new-look backline and moved Siya Kolisi to flank as coach Rassie Erasmus makes several changes for the second test against the All Blacks.

All Blacks squad boosted

All Black Caleb Clarke is tackled by South Africa's Cheslin Kolbe at Rugby Championship match in...

All Blacks squad boosted

Luke Jacobson, Caleb Clarke and George Bell have joined the All Black squad as injury cover in preparation for this weekend's second test against the Springboks in Wellington.

Black Ferns thrash Ireland to top pool

Braxton Sorensen-McGee scores in the corner for the Black Ferns during their Rugby World Cup...

Black Ferns thrash Ireland to top pool

Teenage flyer Braxton Sorensen-McGee scored a hat-trick of tries as New Zealand sent a signal of intent this morning by beating Ireland 40-0 in their clash in Brighton.

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Fast start sets tone for North Otago

North Otago flanker Toni Taufa celebrates after scoring a try against Thames Valley at the Oamaru...

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Fast start sets tone for North Otago

That must be some kind of record.

Impressive Spirit lock in home semifinal

Otago Spirit fullback Olivia Fowler leaves Taranaki defender Hayley Coogan in her wake as she...

Impressive Spirit lock in home semifinal

Make that five.

Southland thumped to lose Shield

Canterbury celebrate taking the Ranfurly Shield from Southland in Invercargill on Saturday. PHOTO...

Southland thumped to lose Shield

The Ranfurly Shield is on the move.

Two injured All Blacks to miss second test

Emoni Narawa leaves the field injured during the first test against South Africa. Photo: Getty...

Two injured All Blacks to miss second test

The All Blacks will be without two of their starters for next weekend's second test against South Africa in Wellington.

All Blacks hold on to extend Eden Park win streak

Quinn Tupaea celebrates after scoring a try against South Africa at Eden Park. Photo: Getty Images

All Blacks hold on to extend Eden Park win streak

The All Blacks have beaten South Africa 24-17 in their Rugby Championship clash in Auckland to keep their 31-year unbeaten streak at Eden Park alive.

Wallabies steal win over Pumas with 86th minute try

Angus Bell of the Wallabies celebrates scoring a try with teammates. Photo: Getty Images

Wallabies steal win over Pumas with 86th minute try

The Wallabies have turned down three opportunities to kick a match-tying penalty and instead scored an 86th-minute winner in their latest Houdini Test act.

One and done: Southland lose Ranfurly Shield in first defence

One and done: Southland lose Ranfurly Shield in first defence

Southland's Ranfurly Shield fairytale is already over after they were beaten 54-14 by Canterbury in their first defence.

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