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.
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.
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.
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.
Beauden Barrett came off the bench to inspire the All Blacks to a 24-17 victory over England in an Auckland thriller, denying the visitors a drought-breaking victory and locking up a 2-0 series win.
Linwood coach Brendon Nolan believes his side’s mid-season form slump has made them stronger for Saturday’s semi-final clash with High School Old Boys.