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Alice Soper: The big worry about the future of women's sevens in NZ

OPINION: The impact is not just felt in the sevens jersey.

One of rugby's iconic moments: A look back at the last midweek Bledisloe test

A look back on one of the great endings to an All Blacks-Wallabies encounter.

Gregor Paul: Debunking the myths of the All Blacks' inconsistent season

OPINION: A realistic assessment of the All Blacks in 2022 presents one big problem.

Changing of the guard: Black Ferns signal intentions with World Cup squad

The Black Ferns World Cup squad has been named, with some notable omissions.

Foster's contrasting approach: The reasons behind All Blacks selections

Two teams in similar fluctuating spaces have adopted contrasting approaches for the test.

Sevens stars among Black Ferns squad named for Rugby World Cup

The Black Ferns have named the 32-strong squad for the upcoming Rugby World Cup.

Ryan McCarthy reflects on sporting journey

Former North Otago rugby player Ryan McCarthy has tried his hand at several sports

Three starting changes in All Blacks team to face Wallabies

Sam Cane will lead the side in a loose forward trio which has undergone forced changes.

'Everyone loves him': Why Steamers icon Hori Bop pays for his own tickets

'I'm a big, fat, funny clown, and that's not the image they probably want to have.'

Northland Taniwha suffer heavy defeat in Christchurch

A high penalty count in the second spell proved costly for Northland.

Canterbury show class against resurgent Taniwha

Northland's dream season today ran into the cold reality of taking on Canterbury.

All Blacks coach's warning ahead of Wallabies showdown

All Blacks assistant coach Scott McLeod hints at how the team will approach the game.

Thirty seconds from national glory: Heartbreak for Napier Boys' High in rugby final

A big defensive effort wasn't enough as Napier Boys lost in the national schools final.

Phil Gifford: All Blacks forbidden topic is now the right move

Phil Gifford runs through seven rugby talking points this week.

Rugby: Magpies run riot against Stags to retain Ranfurly Shield

The 69-24 win means Hawke's Bay have now defended the Shield 14 times in this reign.

Early tries against Auckland Divisional cost Northlanders

Northland Vikings Under 18s launched a late comeback but couldn't get over the line.

Who is the best schoolboy rugby nation? The answer might be on TikTok

The burgeoning world of Rugby TikTok showcases a new side of the sport to large audiences.

'Not all sunshine and rainbows': Milner-Skudder on roller-coaster career

Nehe Milner-Skudder is approaching rugby from a new perspective.