New Zealand

Pietersen defends Ma'a Nonu Sharks selection

JP Pietersen defends selecting Ma’a Nonu for the Sharks against the All Blacks, insisting the veteran has not blocked younger players.
10 August 2026

All Blacks suffer Billy Proctor blow

Billy Proctor will miss the rest of the All Blacks’ South Africa tour after suffering a fractured shoulder blade against the Stormers.
10 August 2026

All Blacks brace for Ma'a Nonu reunion

All Blacks prepare to face former star Ma’a Nonu after the 44-year-old was named on the Sharks bench for Tuesday’s Durban clash.
8 August 2026

Ma'a Nonu named for Sharks-All Blacks clash

All Blacks legend Ma'a Nonu is named on the Sharks bench for their historic Rugby’s Greatest Rivalry clash against New Zealand in Durban.
7 August 2026

Dewaldt Duvenage set for final Stormers match

Dewaldt Duvenage will make his final Stormers appearance against the All Blacks before moving into a full-time coaching role.
6 August 2026

New Zealand lose Wallace Sititi for Stormers clash

All Blacks lose Wallace Sititi to illness before the Stormers clash, with Anton Segner starting and Peter Lakai moving to No.8.
6 August 2026

Referees named for Springboks-All Blacks series

World Rugby confirms the referees and match officials for the 2026 Springboks-All Blacks series in South Africa and Baltimore.
4 August 2026

New Zealand lose George Bell to injury

All Blacks hooker George Bell is ruled out of the South Africa tour with a calf strain, with Bradley Slater called up.
4 August 2026

Codie Taylor relishes epic tour of South Africa

Codie Taylor says the All Blacks are excited to face South African teams again after six years away from traditional tours.
3 August 2026

All Blacks Name 44-Strong Squad for Rugby’s Greatest Rivalry Tour

Dave Rennie names a 44-man All Blacks squad for Rugby’s Greatest Rivalry Tour, featuring four South African franchise matches and four Springboks Tests.
2 August 2026

Kieran Read warns young All Blacks ahead of South African tour

Kieran Read says young All Blacks players face a tough challenge on New Zealand’s traditional South Africa tour.
31 July 2026

Rassie Erasmus keeps All Blacks plans under wraps

Rassie Erasmus refuses to reveal Springboks tactics for the All Blacks series as South Africa weigh kicking and running options.
29 July 2026

Ardie Savea to miss early All Blacks Tour Games

Ardie Savea will miss the early non-Test matches of New Zealand’s South Africa tour but is expected back for the Springboks Tests.
27 July 2026

Andy Farrell says Ireland must become World's best

Andy Farrell says Ireland must become the best team in the world to challenge top sides after their defeat to New Zealand.
20 July 2026

New Zealand see off Ireland in Auckland

New Zealand extended their unbeaten run at Eden Park to 53 matches with a 40-21 win over Ireland in the Nations Championship.
18 July 2026

Sam Prendergast backed to deliver against All Blacks

Sam Prendergast prepares for Ireland’s All Blacks Test at Eden Park with Johnny Sexton support and backing from captain Dan Sheehan.
17 July 2026

Richie Mo'unga to miss New Zealand's series against South Africa

Dave Rennie confirms Richie Mo’unga will not be selected for the All Blacks’ Rugby’s Greatest Rivalry series against South Africa.
17 July 2026

Ireland restore stars for All Blacks Test

Ireland make nine changes for the All Blacks Test at Eden Park as Andy Farrell recalls senior players for Nations Championship clash.
16 July 2026

All Blacks overcome slow start to beat Italy

New Zealand overcame a poor first half to beat Italy 47-17 and remain unbeaten after two rounds of the Nations Championship.
11 July 2026

All Blacks edge France 34-32 in Nations Championship opener

The All Blacks overcame a rusty start and a first-half yellow card to beat France 34-32 in Christchurch, giving Dave Rennie victory in his first Test as head coach.
4 July 2026