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    Black Fern Theresa Setefano (left) and South Africa's Aphiwe Ngwevu on Saturday. The Kiwi later...

    Black Ferns tackle midfield problem

    Defending champion Black Ferns are facing a midfield injury crisis five days out from their World Cup semi-final against Canada, with an unnamed player flying to England as cover.

    'We just had no response': Wilson questions ABs after loss

    Beauden Barrett shows his disappointment among other All Blacks team-mates after their 43-10 loss...

    'We just had no response': Wilson questions ABs after loss

    Former All Black Jeff Wilson says Saturday's record-defeat against the Springboks reminded him of the 1999 Rugby World Cup semifinal loss to France.

    Wind blows Old Golds to convincing comeback victory

    The cases feature a range of sports, but it is understood that rugby players make up a...

    Wind blows Old Golds to convincing comeback victory

    It is amazing what can happen when you get the wind behind you.

    Shield challenge looms for in-form Otago

    The Ranfurly Shield. PHOTO: PETER MCINTOSH

    Shield challenge looms for in-form Otago

    Otago will get a chance to bring the Ranfurly Shield back to its actual home.

    All Blacks searching for answers after record loss

    All Blacks coach Scott Robertson. File photo

    All Blacks searching for answers after record loss

    All Blacks coach Scott Robertson was left scratching his head as to what happened after the record defeat to the Springboks.

    Black Ferns see off Bok Women in World Cup quarter-final

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    Black Ferns see off Bok Women in World Cup quarter-final

    The Black Ferns' Rugby World Cup title defence remains alive after they claimed a 46-17 quarterfinal victory over the Springbok Women in Exeter.

    All Blacks suffer record loss against Springboks

    Leroy Carter of the All Blacks charges forward during the Rugby Championship match against the...

    All Blacks suffer record loss against Springboks

    The All Blacks have fallen to a 43-10 loss to South Africa in their Rugby Championship clash in Wellington, their biggest ever defeat.

    Close win firms up Otago's claim on home playoff spot

    Christian Lio-Willie of Otago evades a tackle in the NPC match against Taranaki at Forsyth Barr...

    Close win firms up Otago's claim on home playoff spot

    Otago consolidated their spot in second place with a tense 28-26 win against Taranaki at Forsyth Barr Stadium this afternoon.

    Spirit hold off Harbour for victory in semifinal

    The Otago Spirit's Naomi Sopoaga. File photo: Getty

    Spirit hold off Harbour for victory in semifinal

    The Otago Spirit have beaten North Harbour 31-22 in the Farah Palmer Cup championship semifinal in Dunedin this afternoon.

    First win snatched away

    File photo

    First win snatched away

    North Harbour remain the only winless side of the NPC season after losing 29-28 to hosts Waikato.

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    Old Golds at home for shot at third win

    The cases feature a range of sports, but it is understood that rugby players make up a...

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    Old Golds at home for shot at third win

    North Otago will be hoping to make it three on the trot when they run out this afternoon.

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    Spirit camp has ‘real buzz’ of positivity

    Ella Gomez packs down on the side of the scrum for the Otago Spirit. PHOTO: GERARD O’BRIEN

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    Spirit camp has ‘real buzz’ of positivity

    It always helps when you enjoy what you do.

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    No 8 focused no matter the digs

    All Black and Otago No8 Christian Lio-Willie hits the ball up during a training session at Logan...

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    No 8 focused no matter the digs

    Christian Lio-Willie does not need a five-star hotel with a fluffy pillow and room service.

    '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

    Matt Direen. PHOTO: ODT FILES

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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

    Sam Gilbert. Photo: New Zealand Rugby

    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.
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