Rugby
New World Rugby guidelines limit elite players to 30 matches per season
The sport's governing body made the decision to protect player welfare.
Samoa focused on winning behind 'enemy lines'
Team manager Su'a Hesed Ieremia said from Vina del Mar on Friday morning that getting a win behind the "enemy lines" will be sweet, adding Chile will not be an easy team to beat at home.
Scott Barrett out for Bledisloe Cup opener, Ardie Savea takes over as All Blacks captain
Scott Robertson has been forced to replace his captain for this weekend's Bledisloe Cup opener at Eden Park.
Bledisloe Cup: All Blacks main selection talking points
Will coach Scott Robertson go for wholesale changes after the All Blacks' record defeat in Wellington?
Is the PNC still worth it for Fiji and Japan?
Opinion - As the 2025 Pacific Nations Cup draws to a close this weekend, questions are being asked about whether the competition remains relevant for the two Tier 1 nations, writes Iliesa Tora.
Black Ferns survive scare to book semi-finals spot
Teenage wing Braxton Sorensen-McGee scored two tries as defending champions New Zealand defeated South Africa in Exeter.
Samoa bow out of women's Rugby World Cup
Manusina Samoa's Rugby World Cup has come to an end with a 60-0 loss to the USA Eagles, but it was arguably their best performance of the tournament.
All Blacks stave off Springboks to keep Eden Park record intact
The All Blacks have beaten South Africa 24-17 in their Rugby Championship clash in Auckland to keep their 31-year unbeaten streak at Eden Park alive.
All Blacks seek to extend 31 year unbeaten streak
The tension is palpable ahead of tomorrow night's sold out test between the All Blacks and Springboks at Eden Park with both sides desperate to win. It's widely considered the All Blacks biggest match… Audio
Study reveals risk of neurodegenerative diseases for high level rugby players
High level rugby players have a 22 percent higher change of developing a neurodegenerative disease compared to the general public. Co-author of the report Stephanie D'Souza spoke to Charlotte Cook. Audio
Fiji and Samoa prepare for final Women's RWC clashes
With both teams out contention for a place in the quarterfinals, they will be playing for pride in their respective final pool matches.
Super Rugby 2026 - Drua, Moana both get seven home matches
The draw for the new season shows both Pasifika teams playing 14 games each.
‘It’s kind of the pinnacle’ - Boks aim for rare win in NZ
The world champion Springboks are under no illusions how monumental their task is against the All Blacks this weekend.
The silent killer of Kiwi sport
There is a silent epidemic in our national game, and it is leaving a trail of tragedy here and overseas.
Close one for Fijiana; Scotland secure quarterfinal spot
Coach Ioan Cunnigham said he was happy with the "improved performance" despite the 29-15 loss.
Rugby World Cup: England run in 14 tries against Manusina
The Red Roses led 40-0 at the half hour mark, and had 66 percent of possession and 72 per cent of territory in the first half.
Womens World Cup opening round sees huge point differences
The opening round of the Women's Rugby World Cup had several blown-out scorelines, including the Black Ferns' 46-point win over Spain. The closest game was a 24-point win, but World Rugby officials… Audio
Tough start for Pacific teams in women's rugby world cup
It's been a tough start to the Women's Rugby World Cup for Samoa and Fiji. Audio
Women's Rugby World Cup: Australia thrashes Samoa
Australia's Wallaroos have fired a warning shot at the women's Rugby World Cup.
What we learned from Warriors' desperate win over Dragons
Analysis - Amazingly, they're back in the NRL penthouse - but only through the tradies' entrance.
