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CBHS, Christ’s to do battle in premiership semi

Boys’ High and Christ’s College last met in round 3. Boys’ High won 34-25. PHOTO: DARRYN FINDLAY

'Do-or-die match': Christchurch BHS, Christ’s to do battle in premiership semi-final

Christchurch Boys’ High School and Christ’s College’s storied rivalry will be re-ignited in the Miles Toyota Premiership semi-final on Saturday.

Razor picks strong ABs side to face Pumas

Coach Scott Robertson takes part in a drill with Ethan Blackadder during an All Blacks training...

Razor picks strong ABs side to face Pumas on Saturday night

All Blacks coach Scott Robertson has named a strong side to face Argentina in the first Rugby Championship test of the season this weekend.

Scott Barrett ruled out of All Blacks tests against Argentina

Scott Barrett injured a finger during the All Blacks 47-5 win over Fiji in San Diego. Photo:...

Scott Barrett ruled out of All Blacks tests against Argentina

The All Blacks have confirmed Ardie Savea will captain the side with Scott Barrett ruled out for both tests against Argentina.

Linwood never stopped believing in their modern-day waka

Belief and a green metal relic of a rugby bus. That’s what drove Linwood to their drought-breaking victory in the Canterbury Metro premier rugby final on Sunday.

Crusaders coach Rob Penney keeps job

Crusaders coach Rob Penney keeps job despite poor season

Rob Penney has kept his job as Crusaders coach, despite failing to make the Super Rugby playoffs this year for the first time since 2015.

Rugby coach banned for 15 matches

Canterbury rugby coach banned for 15 matches after grabbing ref's shirt

A Canterbury rugby coach has been temporarily banned from coaching after being found guilty of grabbing a referee's shirt and using threatening words.

NZ's first medal won by Black Ferns

The Black Ferns celebrate their tight win over Canada in the Olympic final in Paris. Photo: Reuters

NZ's first medal won by Black Ferns

The Black Ferns Sevens have won New Zealand's first medal of the Paris Games with a 19-12 victory over Canada in the final.

Linwood claim Metro rugby title

Linwood won their first Canterbury Metro Premier rugby title in 51 years on Sunday.

Sam Cane recalled for All Blacks

Sam Cane has been injured for much of the year. Photo: Reuters

Sam Cane recalled for All Blacks

All Blacks coach Scott Robertson has named his 36-man squad for the upcoming Rugby Championship, recalling former captain Sam Cane to his loose forward group.

Skipper set to miss start of Rugby Championship

Scott Barrett after the match against Fiji at Snapdragon Stadium in San Diego. Photo: Reuters

Skipper set to miss start of Rugby Championship

All Blacks captain Scott Barrett is likely to miss the start of the Rugby Championship after injuring a finger in the recent test against Fiji.

UC, Linwood vie for Metro title

Linwood centre Ethan Faitaua looks for a gap in the Marist Albion defence. PHOTOS: BRANDON KUIPERS

Linwood captain hoping to mark milestone game with Metro title

Linwood will be looking to emulate the great side of 1973 in the Metro rugby final on Sunday.

NZ sevens' team out of gold medal contention

South Africa's Rosko Specman gets past New Zealand's Moses Leo during their quarter-final match...

NZ sevens' team out of gold medal contention after quarter-final loss

The All Blacks sevens' hopes of a Paris Olympics gold medal are gone after they were beaten by South Africa 14-7 in the quarter-finals.

Loyalty or winning - tough call for coaches

Bevan Sisson: Loyalty or winning - tough call for coaches

As the end of the club season arrives this weekend, coaches would have made slight adjustments to their game strategy now they know who they will face in the final.

All Blacks debut a family affair

Katrina, Hunter and Tom Darry with Sam after his All Blacks debut in San Diego. Photo: Supplied

'Great to see him get across the chalk': All Blacks debut a family affair

Sam Darry was just three-months-old when he got his first look at the All Blacks environment: Mum Katrina was the nutritionist and, at times, he would be in a front pack when she went to work.

All Blacks Sevens in quarterfinals

Moses Leo scores New Zealand's third try against South Africa. Photo: Reuters

All Blacks Sevens in quarterfinals

The All Blacks Sevens are into the quarter-finals at the Paris Olympics after victories over Japan and South Africa.

Ardie Savea signed by Moana Pasifika though to 2027

Ardie Savea of the All Blacks. Photo: Getty Images

Ardie Savea signed by Moana Pasifika though to 2027

In a bombshell move, Moana Pasifika has announced the major signing of All Blacks Vice-Captain and 2023 World Rugby Player of the Year, Ardie Savea through to 2027.