New Zealand

South Africa retain number one place, New Zealand drop to third in World Rugby Rankings

South Africa have retained their number one place in the World Rugby Rankings following their historic triumph over New Zealand in the Rugby World Cup final last weekend.
30 October 2023

'I am going to have to live with forever' - Sam Cane on red card in World Cup final

All Blacks captain Sam Cane expressed his enduring regret about being shown a red card in the Rugby World Cup final, acknowledging that he will carry the weight of that moment for the rest of his life.
30 October 2023

Rugby World Cup Final Highlights: New Zealand v South Africa

South Africa managed to overcome a spirited effort from New Zealand as they sealed a 12-11 victory to win the Rugby World Cup for the fourth time. Watch all the key moments from the close encounter.
29 October 2023

South Africa edge out 14-man New Zealand with a 12-11 victory to clinch World Cup title

A spirited fight from 14-man New Zealand wasn't enough as South Africa sealed a thrilling one-point victory to clinch a historic fourth Rugby World Cup title.
28 October 2023

Tyrone Green on a generational talent, an unbelievable Springbok backline, the 7:1 split and Harlequins

Interview: The Quins flyer will be cheering on South Africa in Saturday's World Cup final against the All Blacks but before then, he will be hoping his club side can do the business against Bristol Bears in the Premiership.
27 October 2023

Brodie Retallick named in New Zealand side for World Cup final against South Africa

New Zealand head coach Ian Foster has made two changes to the matchday squad for the upcoming Rugby World Cup final against South Africa on Saturday.
27 October 2023

Antoine Dupont, Ardie Savea among four players short-listed World Rugby men's player of the year award

New Zealand back row Ardie Savea is among the four players shortlisted for the World Rugby Men's Player of the Year Award.
26 October 2023

Handre Pollard starts at fly-half for South Africa in World Cup final against New Zealand

South Africa head coach Jacques Nienaber has made two changes to the starting line up for the upcoming Rugby World Cup final against New Zealand.
26 October 2023

Dan Carter expecting Handre Pollard to start at fly-half for South Africa in World Cup final

All Blacks legend Dan Carter feels South Africa should start with veteran Handre Pollard at fly-half for the Rugby World Cup final against South Africa scheduled on Saturday.
25 October 2023

All Blacks have 'proved a lot of people wrong' - Dan Carter

All Blacks legend Dan Carter credited the New Zealand side for their performance in the ongoing Rugby World Cup campaign.
24 October 2023

Tamati Williams wary of South African scrum power

All Blacks prop Tamaiti Williams stated that they will be wary of the scrum power of the Springboks as the two teams lock horns with each other in the Rugby World Cup final on Saturday.
24 October 2023

'Important to start well against South Africa in World Cup final' - Scott McLeod

New Zealand defence coach Scott McLeod emphasized on the need to have a positive start in the upcoming Rugby World Cup final against South Africa on Saturday.
24 October 2023

Aaron Smith on a burning desire to fix 2019 World Cup semi-final defeat and signing off on a high

The legendary All Blacks No.9 will play his final game for New Zealand in the World Cup final - and he is hoping for a memorable conclusion to his international career.
23 October 2023

New Zealand narrow down gap with South Africa in latest World Rugby Rankings

New Zealand have narrowed down the gap with the top positioned South Africa in the World Rugby Rankings following the Rugby World Cup semi-finals.
23 October 2023

Rugby World Cup Highlights: Semi-final: Argentina v New Zealand

New Zealand displayed dominance as they stormed into the Rugby World Cup final following a 44-6 victory over Argentina in Paris on Friday. Watch the highlights from the clash.
21 October 2023

New Zealand ease past Argentina to reach World Cup final

New Zealand are into a fifth World Cup final after beating Argentina 44-6 in a largely underwhelming clash in Paris.
20 October 2023

'New Zealand have massive respect for Argentina' - Ian Foster

All Blacks head coach Ian Foster insisted that they have immense respect for Argentina as the two teams meet each other in the semi-final of the Rugby World Cup on Friday.
20 October 2023

Argentina's fans will bring the noise in Paris - and Los Pumas have slowly turned up the volume on their World Cup campaign

Following an underwhelming display against England in their tournament opener, Argentina have built their way to another World Cup semi-final.
19 October 2023

Mark Telea returns to New Zealand side for semi-final against Argentina

New Zealand have recalled winger Mark Telea for Friday's Rugby World Cup semi-final against Argentina.
18 October 2023

Rugby World Highlights: Quarter-final: Ireland v New Zealand

New Zealand managed to hold off a fightback from Ireland as they sealed a 28-24 victory in the Rugby World Cup quarter-final at Stade de France on Saturday. The All Blacks now face Argentina in the semi-final of the competition.
15 October 2023