New Zealand

Ireland's excellent win over the Maori sets them up well for series decider

A second victory in four days for Andy Farrell's side will only breed confidence ahead of their decider with the All Blacks in Wellington.
12 July 2022

France set to become top ranked side in World Rugby Rankings

France are set to become the top ranked side when the World Rugby updates the rankings on Monday.
10 July 2022

'We weren't good enough in second half against a 15-man team' - Ian Foster

New Zealand head coach Ian Foster admitted that the indiscipline costed them the second Test against Ireland played in Dunedin on Saturday.
10 July 2022

TJ Perenara to start for Maori All Blacks against Ireland

TJ Perenara has been given another opportunity to impress the New Zealand selectors after being named in the Maori All Blacks line up for the Tuesday's game against Ireland at Sky Stadium.
10 July 2022

'Ireland back themselves against anyone' - Andy Farrell after victory over New Zealand

Ireland head coach Andy Farrell had high praises for his side following their historic win over New Zealand in the second Test in Dunedin on Saturday.
10 July 2022

Match Centre: New Zealand 12-23 Ireland

Ireland claimed a historic over a 14-man New Zealand as they sealed a 23-12 win in the second Test in Dunedin on Saturday.
9 July 2022

New Zealand determined to seal series in Dunedin - Ian Foster

New Zealand head coach Ian Foster expressed confidence on his side's chances to seal the series against Ireland when the two teams meet in Dunedin on Saturday.
8 July 2022

Game against All Blacks 'is another opportunity' to show what Ireland can do - Peter O'Mahony

Munster flanker Peter O'Mahony said that Ireland are determined to bounce back as they face New Zealand in the second Test in Dunedin on Saturday.
7 July 2022

All Blacks have the taste for success again after dominant first Test display

Saturday's second Test in Dunedin gives Ireland another chance to pit their wits against New Zealand, but the hosts will be champing at the bit to wrap up the series.
7 July 2022

Mack Hansen named in Ireland line up for All Blacks clash

Ireland have made a solitary change to the starting line up for the second Test against New Zealand to be played in Dunedin on Saturday.
7 July 2022

Dalton Papalii returns to New Zealand line up for second Test against Ireland

New Zealand head coach Ian Foster has made a forced change to the starting line up for the second Test against Ireland to be played in Dunedin on Saturday.
7 July 2022

Johnny Sexton cleared to play Ireland's second Test against New Zealand

Ireland have received a much-needed boost ahead of the second Test against New Zealand in Dunedin with skipper Johnny Sexton declared fit.
5 July 2022

Sam Whitelock and Tupou Vaa'i to miss New Zealand's second Test against Ireland

New Zealand have suffered a double blow ahead of the second Test against Ireland in Dunedin with both Sam Whitelock and Tupou Vaa'i ruled out of the weekend's encounter.
5 July 2022

Andy Farrell hopeful of Johnny Sexton's availability for second Test against New Zealand

Ireland head coach Andy Farrell is hopeful that skipper Johnny Sexton will be available for the second Test against New Zealand to be played in Dunedin on Saturday.
3 July 2022

Match Centre: New Zealand 42-19 Ireland

Ardie Savea scored a double as New Zealand overcame Covid setback to defeat Ireland 42-19 in the opening Test against Ireland at Eden Park in Auckland on Saturday.
2 July 2022

Scott Barrett wary of 'physical game' from Ireland

All Blacks back row Scott Barrett admits that his side is wary of the physical challenge from Ireland as the two teams meet each other in Auckland on Saturday for the first Test.
1 July 2022

Leicester Fainga'anuku to make New Zealand debut against Ireland

Leicester Fainga'anuku is set to make his debut as New Zealand have confirmed the matchday squad for the first Test against Ireland scheduled on Saturday in Auckland.
30 June 2022

Ireland name side for first Test against New Zealand

Ireland head coach Andy Farrell has named the matchday squad for the opening Test against New Zealand to be played on Saturday at Eden Park.
30 June 2022

Jordan Smiler Interview: 'It's always good to have these games back because it has been a long time coming'

The former Brumbies man is looking forward to following the summer tours this year after moving to UK where he will be playing National League Rugby for Guernsey Raiders in 2022/23.
29 June 2022

Covid disruption will 'galvanise' All Blacks squad - Jordie Barrett

All Blacks fullback Jordie Barrett believes the Covid-19 outbreak ahead of the series against Ireland will motivate the team to perform better.
29 June 2022