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Woodman-Wickliffe to end retirement for Black Ferns World Cup bid
Woodman-Wickliffe announced her international retirement after last year's Olympics.

Gregor Paul: The surprising countries making charge for RWC hosting rights
Leaders of the global game are keen on Middle East investment.

LockerRoom: Rookie Blues fullback oval-ball superstar in making
A Blues young gun aims for triple international honours.

The best Kiwi sporting moments of the past 25 years
We're counting down through the greatest Kiwi sporting moments.

‘Some tough experiences’: Black Ferns coach takes stock as World Cup looms
Allan Bunting took over as Black Ferns director of rugby in 2023.

'Daddy, are you happy?': Inside Warren Gatland's Wales exit
Gatland felt overwhelmed by negativity, especially from ex-players.

Gregor Paul: Why the Wallabies might outperform the All Blacks by 2027
OPINION: Joe Schmidt has turned the Wallabies around and makes coaching them enticing.

'One-of-one' signed Jonah Lomu card hits US auction, owned by Kiwi collector since 1996
The card was brought in 1996, and signed by Lomu two weeks before his 2015 death.

Phil Gifford: Rugby's pivotal year - six talking points for 2025
OPINION: Rugby faces a pivotal year in 2025.

'Time to move on': All Blacks legends back Eden Park exit
Sir John Kirwan believes it is time to move on from Eden Park.

Why Lions stars refused orders from Gatland’s coaching box on NZ tour
Dan Biggar doesn't hold back in his new book – including towards Warren Gatland.

What’s next for Black Fern Ruby Tui?
The Black Ferns hero talks about her tough year ahead and preparing for life after rugby.

World Cup winner’s warning to NZ Rugby over Mo’unga, overseas All Blacks
'No player is ever more important than the jersey,' says Jake White.

'The All Blacks‘ most under-appreciated player’ – The career of Sam Cane
Sam Cane – 'the All Blacks‘ most under-appreciated player'.

England rugby star opens up on being accused of sexual assault during New Zealand tour
England players were questioned by police as soon as they landed at Christchurch Airport.

Public service's new fixit man: 'I have the luxury of an extremely low heart rate'
Sir Brian Roche says being involved with rugby has exposed him to some great leaders.

Land of the rising game: The World Cup wins that turned Japan on to rugby
After two major tournament events, 'the sport went boom in Japan'.

Editorial: If not the America's Cup, what's the next big thing?
OPINION: New Zealand's flatlining tourist recovery is in need of a shot in the arm.

Ruahei Demant: Women's rugby coverage long overdue
Co-captain Ruahei Demant: 'For the draw to be announced on primetime TV is long overdue.'

Johnny Sexton on why he hated touring NZ and abuse from Kiwi fans
Johnny Sexton uses his book to get plenty of gripes related to NZ off his chest.

'Look into the mirror': Four-time World Cup winner slams Black Ferns and Bunting
'We've got some other girls that can also play – why don't you give them a shot?'