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Canterbury escape relegation as semis confirmed in Mitre 10 Cup

A relieved Canterbury side following their one-point win over Auckland in Christchurch today....

Canterbury escape relegation as semis confirmed in Mitre 10 Cup

For just the third time in the last 13 years, Canterbury will not feature in the final of the National Provincial Competition.

Pumas stun the All Blacks

Argentina have pulled off one of the great test rugby upsets, stunning the All Blacks for the first time.

Ireland add to Welsh woes

Ireland added to Wales' miserable 2020 with a convincing 32-9 win in the opening game of the new Autumn Nations Cup.

Trans-Tasman Super Rugby confirmed for 2021

Rebels first five-eighth Matt Toomua is tackled during the side's match against the Highlanders...

Trans-Tasman Super Rugby confirmed for 2021

Super Rugby will pack twice the punch in 2021 with New Zealand Rugby (NZR) and Rugby Australia (RA) announcing today a six-week Sky Super Rugby Trans Tasman tournament which will kick off on May 14.

Mo'unga, Smith back as ABs make changes

Mo'unga, Smith back as All Blacks make changes for Pumas

Richie Mo'unga will be at first five and Aaron Smith returns at halfback in a near full-strength All Blacks team for their first Tri Nations clash against the Pumas.

Namesake horse gifted to NB rugby stalwart’s widow

Rugby stalwart’s widow ‘privileged’ to become part owner of namesake horse

A grey gelding named to honour late New Brighton rugby stalwart Ceddy Smith has rekindled his widow’s love of horses after she was surprised to be gifted a part share.

Crusaders to face Highlanders first up

The Crusaders will open their Super Rugby Aotearoa campaign next year with a game against the Highlanders.

All Blacks legends copping it over red card response

Wallabies players celebrate a Tom Wright try during the 2020 Tri-Nations match against the All...

All Blacks legends copping it over red card response

A pair of All Blacks legends have been slammed for their "disgraceful" response over the twin red cards shown in Bledisloe IV.

Canterbury claim crucial victory over Tasman

Canterbury and Tasman participate in a lineout during their match in Blenheim last night. Photo:...

Canterbury claim crucial victory over Tasman

Canterbury have gone the right way about staving off relegation from the Mitre 10 Cup Premiership.

Wallabies stun All Blacks in controversial test

Drama, controversy, off the ball cheap shots, two red cards and a stunning Wallabies upset. This match had it all.

All Blacks ring changes for Bledisloe clash

Four new players are set to make their All Blacks test debut in the fourth Bledisloe Cup clash against the Wallabies on Saturday.

'Magpie' woman arrested after Crusaders rugby ring theft

A unique Crusaders ring was stolen from outside Rugby Park in Christchurch. Photo: Athfield...

'Magpie' woman arrested after Crusaders rugby ring theft

A one-of-a-kind Crusaders ring stolen from outside the storied rugby franchise's Christchurch headquarters has been returned.

Mo'unga magic drives All Blacks to record victory

Richie Mo'unga breaks the tackles of Wallabies Michael Hooper and Marika Koroibete in Sydney last...

Mo'unga magic drives All Blacks to record victory

The All Blacks served up a Halloween nightmare for an inexperienced Wallabies side, romping to a record 43-5 victory in the Tri-Nations opener and claiming the Bledisloe Cup for an 18th year in a row.

Worth the 15-year wait: Otago beat Canterbury

Otago’s Sio Tomkinson runs through to score during his side’s round 8 Mitre 10 Cup match against...

Worth the 15-year wait: Otago beat Canterbury

Otago has scored its first win against Canterbury in 15 years with a 23-16 victory over the red-and-blacks in Christchurch.

Otago on top after first win against Canterbury in 15 years

Slade McDowall (centre) celebrates with his Otago teammates after their win against Canterbury...

Otago on top after first win against Canterbury in 15 years

Otago has scored its first win over Canterbury in 15 years with a 23-16 win in Christchurch tonight.

Give code-switching Hansen a wide berth, Foster tells All Blacks

Ian Foster and Steve Hansen. Photo: Getty Images

Give code-switching Hansen a wide berth, Foster tells All Blacks

The All Blacks coach Ian Foster joked he had told his players to steer clear of Steve Hansen in case his former boss tries to convince them to switch codes.

Canterbury cool, calm, excited ahead of Farah Palmer Cup final

Canterbury head coach Blair Baxter. Photo: Getty Images

Canterbury cool, calm, excited ahead of Farah Palmer Cup final

Cool, calm, yet excited is the approach Canterbury will take into their fourth consecutive Farah Palmer Cup final when they host Waikato at Rugby Park tomorrow.

Black Fern dodges drink-drive conviction

Black Fern dodges drink-drive conviction

A Black Fern has sidestepped a conviction for drink-driving to boost her chances of playing in next year’s Rugby World Cup — on home soil.

Canterbury team named to take on Otago tonight

Canterbury team named to take on Otago tonight

The return of their experienced front-rowers should help Canterbury attempt to keep their fading Mitre 10 Cup semi-final hopes alive against Otago in Christchurch tonight.

All Blacks make several changes for Wallabies clash in Sydney

All Blacks make several changes for Wallabies clash in Sydney

Ian Foster has made three changes to the starting side to face the Wallabies in the third Bledisloe Cup test in Sydney.

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