France player appealing ban for biting
France flanker Axelle Berthoumieu admitted biting Ireland's Aoife Wafer in their Women's Rugby World Cup quarterfinal but has appealed her 12-match suspension.
Rugby
England coast, France scramble to reach last four
England coast, France scramble to reach last four
England swamped Scotland and France edged Ireland yesterday to set up another another Women’s Rugby World Cup semifinal.
Kings of Otago
Kings of Otago
An excellent rugby season for King’s High School was recognised when no fewer than four of their students were named in national squads last week.
Black Ferns tackle midfield problem
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
'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
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
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 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
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
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
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
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
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
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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
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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
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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
'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
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
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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.