Stephen Donald, currently playing for Bath in England, has been quoted as saying that he wants to return to New Zealand once his contract is up with the London team. [...]
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Donald missing life at home
Movers and shakers in rankings
7 Feb 12 08:00 by Richard Ferguson | All Blacks, Original Content, Six Nations, Springboks, Wallabies | 6 Comments
After this weekend’s Six Nations fixtures, the Scots have fallen from the top 10 rugby nations and now lie in 11th spot, behind two Islander teams in Tonga and Samoa. [...]
Hansen picks Foster as 2IC
Former Chiefs coach Ian Foster has been appointed assistant to new All Black coach Steve Hansen. [...]
All Blacks get a little Mmmm-Bop
In a development unlikely to really surprise anyone, hot favourite Steve Hansen has been appointed to succeed Graham Henry as head coach of the World Champion All Blacks. [...]
It could always be worse
Ever woken up in the morning in a strange place without any clothes on? With absolutely no clue how you ended up there, or any recollection of the events of the nigh before? I’m prepared to bet that most, if not all of us, have had a similar experience at some point in our lives, right? [...]
Bryce Lawrence nominated for NZ award
In news that will definitely not go down well with most Springbok rugby supporters Bryce Lawrence has been nominated as New Zealand’s referee of the year. [...]
SANZAR announce Rugby Championship fixtures
9 Nov 11 07:14 by robdylan | All Blacks, Original Content, Springboks, The Rugby Championship, Tri Nations, Wallabies | 20 Comments
The replacement for the Tri-Nations is here: it’s called “The Rugby Championship” and will see South Africa, Australia, New Zealand and new boys Argentina compete for an all-new trophy – and the title of Southern Hemisphere champions – between August and October next year. [...]
New Zealand’s 2012 Super Squads named: Haskell one of five foreign imports
All Blacks.com reports that dynamic English back-rower James Haskell has put pen to paper with the Highlanders and will feature in the revamped 2012 Super competition for the southern franchise. [...]
The best winger in the world signs with the Highlanders
5 Sep 11 06:46 by Hertford Highlander | All Blacks, Original Content, RWC 2011, Super Rugby | 19 Comments
I am prone to exaggeration but I firmly believe the Highlanders have just signed the best winger in the world – Hosea Gear. [...]
A sad farewell
30 Aug 11 14:51 by Richard Ferguson | All Blacks, Original Content, Springboks, Tri Nations, Wallabies | 29 Comments
The Tri Nations has come to an end for the 2011 year, and it is with a sad feeling that we say good bye to the premier tournament in the Southern Hemisphere as it will be extended to a four team competition next year to include Argentina. [...]
Tri Nations – Team of the tournament
30 Aug 11 12:09 by Richard Ferguson | All Blacks, Original Content, RWC 2011, Springboks, Tri Nations, Wallabies | 19 Comments
The Tri Nations tournament for 2011 is a thing of the past with the Wallabies winning the title in spectacular fashion after beating the All Blacks in Brisbane. Here is the team that I think fairly represents the best players in each position taking into account the series as a whole: [...]
All Blacks lose two for opening rounds
30 Aug 11 09:22 by Richard Ferguson | All Blacks, Original Content, RWC 2011, Tri Nations | 9 Comments
It seems the Tri Nations loss to Australia on Saturday is not only a blow to the All Blacks mentally, but they have also lost two players to injury, of which they will only recover later in the tournament. [...]
Worst nightmare or smart ploy?
29 Aug 11 10:11 by Richard Ferguson | All Blacks, Original Content, RWC 2011, Springboks, Tri Nations, Wallabies | 17 Comments
The Wallabies won their first Tri Nations title in ten years on Saturday morning, and this has opened the door to many questions. A few that jump to mind: Did the All Blacks peak too early, yet again? Was it a ploy to instill false confidence in the teams to face the All Blacks later in the competition? Or was a it a case of simply being outplayed on the day? [...]
Cooper cited and cleared
28 Aug 11 10:28 by Richard Ferguson | All Blacks, Original Content, Tri Nations, Wallabies | 7 Comments
Australian flyhalf Quade Cooper was called in front of a SANZAR judicial hearing this morning after he allegedly striked Richie McCaw with his knee in the Wallabies win over the All Blacks in Brisbane on Saturday. [...]
3N Game 6 – Australia (25) vs (20) New Zealand F/T
27 Aug 11 10:00 by Richard Ferguson | All Blacks, In the news, Tri Nations, Wallabies | 213 Comments
What better way to start a Saturday than with a Tri Nations deciding match between top opposition. And what a cracker of a game this should be with both teams eager to add another Tri Nations victory to their names. [...]
