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Image of white powder on broken Ranfurly Shield

An image was shared with what appears to be a white powder on the Ranfurly Shield. Photo / Supplied

Image of white powder on broken Ranfurly Shield

New Zealand Rugby are investigating an image shared online of white powder on the broken Ranfurly Shield following Hawke’s Bay’s victory over Wellington on Saturday.

Otago brightest as campaign ends

Otago’s Josh Whaanga reaches out to score a try against Counties Manukau in their NPC clash at...

Otago brightest as campaign ends

Where was that team for most for the season?

Ranfurly Shield badly damaged in 'genuine accident'

The Hawke’s Bay Rugby Union have voiced their devastation as their celebrations after winning the Ranfurly Shield left the Log of Wood destroyed.

Scotland romp to huge win over Romania

Scotland's Ali Price runs the ball up against Romania. Photo: Reuters

Scotland romp to huge win over Romania

Darcy Graham led the way with four tries as Scotland romped to an 84-0 bonus-point triumph over Romania at the Rugby World Cup on Saturday.

Fiji fight back to beat Georgia

Fiji's Waisea Nayacalevu fends off a Georgian tackler. Photo: Reuters

Fiji fight back to beat Georgia

Fiji have claimed a gritty 17-12 victory over Georgia in World Cup Pool C, the win taking the Pacific Islanders a step closer to the quarter-finals for the first time since 2007.

All Blacks run rampant in big win over Italy

Aaron Smith dives over to score the All Blacks' fifth try against Italy. REUTERS/Gonzalo Fuentes

All Blacks run rampant in big win over Italy

New Zealand have made a huge statement of intent with a ruthless 96-17 thrashing of Italy, running in 14 tries to take a big step towards the Rugby World Cup quarter-finals.

All Blacks name strongest team

Sam Whitelock is poised to break Richie McCaw’s 148-test record when he comes off the bench for the All Blacks make-or-break World Cup pool game this weekend.

Jonah Lomu's widow tries to block documentary

Jonah Lomu's widow tries to block documentary, claims trademark breach

Jonah Lomu’s widow has written a cease-and-desist letter to the NZ Film Commission over a planned documentary about the rugby superstar - claiming she has sole rights to his story.

Why Gemma and Richie are flying economy to the RWC

Why Gemma and Richie McCaw are flying economy to the World Cup

Richie and Gemma McCaw and their three daughters are off to France to support the All Blacks as they progress into the next round of the Rugby World Cup.

Richie and Gemma's bizarre flight experience

'Footgate': Richie and Gemma McCaw's bizarre flight experience

The McCaws are officially on their way to France to support the All Blacks at the Rugby World Cup - but it seems their trip has been interrupted by a rogue foot.

Welsh win puts Wallabies on brink of World Cup exit

Nick Tompkins of Wales celebrates his side's victory at the final whistle. Photo: Getty Images

Welsh win puts Wallabies on brink of World Cup exit

Wales became the first side to advance to the Rugby World Cup quarter-finals with a one-sided 40-6 demolition of Australia that left the Wallabies winners facing an early elimination.

Scotland too strong for Tonga

Scotland secured the bonus-point victory they desperately needed by beating Tonga 45-17 in their Rugby World Cup match in Nice.

Cantabrian Tahlor-made for a big future

Just over a year ago, Tahlor Cahill’s confidence took a tumble when he missed out on the Crusaders under-20s. But since then he has gone from strength to strength.

'Very special for our club': The rise of HSOB Light Bears

When High School Old Boys looked to field their first-ever under-85kg team last year, the goal was to go all the way.

'Fire in the squad': Tensions flare in All Blacks camp

Training session have reportedly upped their intensity in the All Blacks camp as players vie for...

'Fire in the squad': Tensions flare in All Blacks camp

Tensions have flared in the All Blacks camp as players scrap for spots on the team - and fight for their World Cup survival.

Crusaders prop on culture, haircuts and rugby in France

George Bower, left, with The NZR+ Front Row Daily mobile broadcasting unit in France. Photo: NZ...

Crusaders prop on culture, haircuts and rugby in France

Crusaders and All Blacks prop George Bower was ruled out of the Rugby World Cup due to a knee injury - but ended up in France with the team in a cultural role.

Fiji stun Wallabies in Rugby World Cup

Josua Tuisova goes over in the corner to score for Fiji in their shock win over the Wallabies....

Fiji stun Wallabies in Rugby World Cup

Fiji made a huge statement at the World Cup with their first win over Australia for 69 years, a thoroughly deserved victory that left the twice world champion Wallabies shellshocked.

All Blacks thump Namibia - but red card for de Groot

All Black Ethan de Groot (left) received a yellow card that was later upgraded to red. Photo:...

All Blacks thump Namibia - but red card for de Groot

The All Blacks have thumped Namibia 71-3 at the Rugby World Cup, but the win was marred by a red card for prop Ethan de Groot.

Light Bears look forward to first under-85kg final

The Light Bears will play the under-85kg National Club Cup final against Takapuna at the North...

Light Bears look forward to first under-85kg final

High Schools Old Boys’ Light Bears will take on the Takapuna Bombers in the under-85kg National Club Cup final on Saturday.

All Blacks seek performance worthy of Whitelock

Sam Whitelock, a World Cup winner in 2011 and 2015, will play his 148th test match on Saturday,...

All Blacks seek performance worthy of Whitelock

NZ need to put in a performance worthy of the occasion in their clash against Namibia, when Sam Whitelock plays his 148th test to equal Richie McCaw's appearance record for the All Blacks, coach Ian Foster says.

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