All Blacks v Argentina: What we learned
All Blacks v Argentina: What we learned
The more things change, the more they stay the same - at least for the Pumas and their attempts to beat the All Blacks on home soil.
Rugby
Church hat-trick leads Spirit to victory
Church hat-trick leads Spirit to victory
The Spirit scored six thrilling tries in their tight Farah Palmer Cup Championship win against the Pride in Porirua this afternoon.
All Blacks see off late Pumas comeback
All Blacks see off late Pumas comeback
New Zealand saw off a second-half Argentina resurgence to open their Rugby Championship campaign with a win in Cordoba.
Wallabies fight back to stun Springboks at Ellis Park
Wallabies fight back to stun Springboks at Ellis Park
Australia rallied from 22-0 down as captain Harry Wilson scored two tries in a stunning 38-22 bonus-point victory over South Africa in their Rugby Championship opener on Saturday, the Wallabies'...
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‘Good feeling’ around Old Golds camp
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‘Good feeling’ around Old Golds camp
There is a quiet optimism about where this North Otago team could go this season.
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Starting well key focus for Otago
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Starting well key focus for Otago
Holding on to the ball longer would be a good start.
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‘I feel Otago is where I’m supposed to be’
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‘I feel Otago is where I’m supposed to be’
Abigail Paton is right where she is meant to be.
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Southland Boys’ taking steady approach into SI schools final
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Southland Boys’ taking steady approach into SI schools final
Southland Boys' do not scare easily. They did have a scare last weekend, though.
Christchurch Boys’ looking forward to SBHS clash
Christchurch Boys’ looking forward to SBHS clash
Despite sealing the Miles Toyota Premiership title, Christchurch Boys’ High have had to quickly refocus on Saturday's South Island first XV final against Southland Boys' High.
Holland starts again for Pumas clash
Holland starts again for Pumas clash
Highlander Fabian Holland will start for the All Blacks again, as coach Scott Robertson reverts to his strongest match-day squad for the first test against Argentina.
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St Hilda’s keep legacy going
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St Hilda’s keep legacy going
You never know where life can take you.
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Giant-killers look to back up 2024’s feats
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Giant-killers look to back up 2024’s feats
Thames Valley and Mid Canterbury have never been so popular.
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Uncertainties for Old Golds
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Uncertainties for Old Golds
Meads Cup or bust — that tends to be the attitude of North Otago rugby fans. Hayden Meikle looks ahead to the new Heartland Championship season.
Dangerous Pumas ready to build on progress
Dangerous Pumas ready to build on progress
Argentina have gone from whipping boys to a team that, while perhaps not feared yet, has gained huge respect - and on their day are a match for anyone.
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Herden believes Meads Cup attainable
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Herden believes Meads Cup attainable
Luke Herden will coach his first game in the Heartland Championship when North Otago head to Whanganui on Saturday.
Landers sign veteran Ta’avao
Landers sign veteran Ta’avao to bolster propping stocks
Do not play down the signing of a veteran prop.
Lio-Willie back to bolster Otago
Lio-Willie back to bolster Otago
All Black Christian Lio-Willie returns from a week off and will pack down at the back of the scrum for Otago’s game against Wellington.
Mixed news on injuries for All Blacks v Argentina
Mixed news on injuries for All Blacks v Argentina
The All Blacks have touched down in Argentina for their opening Rugby Championship match, but they'll be taking the field without two key players.
ODT Rugby Chat: Awards Night 2025
ODT Rugby Chat: Awards Night 2025
ODT Rugby Chat: Awards Night 2025 held at Kaikorai Rugby Club
New Christchurch stadium to host Super Round
New Christchurch stadium to host Super Round
Super Round is making a return and heading to the South Island.