New ZealandHastings West claim Ross Shield for first time in six yearsNapier had won for 3 years in a row. Hastings West won all 5 games this year.28 Sep 12:18 AM
NPCRanfurly Shield locked away as Otago beat winless HarbourThe Log o’ Wood will remain in Dunedin for the summer after Otago defeated North Harbour.27 Sep 02:59 AM
PremiumPremiumAnalysisGregor PaulGregor Paul: The hard truth behind NZ Rugby's near-empty trophy cabinetANALYSIS: The Bledisloe Cup is now one of the few trophies New Zealand Rugby still holds.23 Sep 06:00 PM
New ZealandCharity begins at home as Magpies launch bid for home quarter-finalThe Magpies play Auckland at McLean Park on Thursday night.22 Sep 03:39 AM
PremiumPremiumSchool RugbyNew Zealand Schools tested before Australia clashesDan Lawrence impressed for Schools with relentless defence and game-breaking runs.22 Sep 03:00 AM
NPCOtago mount major comeback for Ranfurly Shield win over CanterburyTrailing by as much as 15 points, the challengers took the lead in the 66th minute.20 Sep 06:15 AM
Rugby'Heartbreaking': NZ Rugby fines Heartland Championship side over player-eligibility breachIt is the third player eligibility breach by the South Island union in 15 years.19 Sep 02:01 AM
PremiumPremiumSchool RugbyFirst XV rugby: Herald’s annual awardsCovering the latest developments in schools rugby.18 Sep 07:31 PM
PremiumPremiumSchool RugbyFirst XV rugby: The top high school fullbacks in NZLooking at the future stars continuing New Zealand's rich legacy of great fullbacks.15 Sep 12:01 AM
PremiumPremiumSchool RugbyHow this remarkable 16-year old led his school back to rugby gloryAt just 16, Te Ariki Rogers was chosen to captain the Rotorua Boys' First XV.11 Sep 08:21 PM
PremiumPremiumSchool RugbyHow Auckland First XVs dominate national selection, despite not making Top FourAuckland provides 10 of the 26 players named in the New Zealand Schools squad.10 Sep 10:01 PM
New ZealandGodfrey out for Battle of the Bays as specialist returns for MagpiesThere's only one change to the Magpies' line-up for the Battle of the Bays.10 Sep 03:56 AM
OpinionGlenn DwightGlenn Dwight: Southland's Ranfurly Shield win more than just rugbyOPINION: Gather round for a tale of David, Goliath and a Log o' Wood.05 Sep 05:00 PM
All BlacksThe mana, magic, mystery (and occasional good fortune) of All Blacks Eden Park streakIt is a glorious record, an incredible feat of consistency and even a bit mystical.03 Sep 07:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionGregor PaulGregor Paul: Fainga’anuku return highlights fundamental issue with NZR eligibility ruleOPINION: It makes no sense for NZR to make players return to NPC before playing for NZ.03 Sep 04:01 AM
SportLockerRoom: Mua the merrier – sister trio powering Hawke's Bay TuiOli Mua, 22, is in her third season with the Hawke's Bay Tui.03 Sep 03:01 AM
New ZealandMagpies and Tui seek to pack the park despite weekend lossesCrunch time, but it doesn't come much better than Wellington at the home of the Magpies.01 Sep 06:00 PM
RugbyOn The Up: 'All are cousins' as Pacific ties celebrated, Rotorua welcomes teamsMāori, Samoan and Fijian communities gathered in Ōhinemutu ahead of this weekend's match.01 Sep 06:01 AM
PremiumPremiumSchool Rugby'Our greatest strength': Rotorua Boys' High School collect a fifth national titleRotorua's win marked their fifth national First XV championship victory.01 Sep 02:49 AM
NPCTaniwha triumph over Magpies in dramatic NPC clashSam Nock scored the decisive try after 17 phases of pick and go.31 Aug 01:27 AM
RugbyConcussion expert calls for extended stand-down period in pro rugby after player's deathWorld Rugby's current concussion stand-down period is only 12 days for professionals.28 Aug 04:32 AM
PremiumPremiumRugby'Bloody atrocious': Father of player who died with CTE slams NZR after Shane Christie's deathChristie's death is another blow for head injury advocates, says John Guyton.27 Aug 10:02 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionGregor PaulGregor Paul: The challenge of monetising All Blacks in NZ's small marketOPINION: The All Blacks sold broadcast rights for 25% less than the previous deal.27 Aug 06:01 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: The NPC is the most untapped asset New Zealand Rugby hasOPINION: The National Provincial Championship endures, despite a lack of TLC.26 Aug 05:00 PM
NPCWaikato kick last-minute penalty to take Ranfurly Shield off TaranakiIt is the first time Waikato have won the Log o' Wood since 2018.23 Aug 04:38 AM
PremiumPremiumEditorialWinston AldworthEditorial: Why NZ Rugby's new Sky deal could frustrate All Blacks fansOPINION: Five tests might air on other platforms, sparking bidding wars.22 Aug 04:01 AM
Rugby'Burst into tears': Three kids rugby teams blocked from semis after botched registrationsOne parent said their child 'burst into tears' after being told their season was over.22 Aug 04:00 AM
RugbyWhy diehard All Blacks fans could have to pay extra for some testsUp to five offshore tests are not included in the new Sky TV deal announced this morning.21 Aug 10:16 PM
RugbySky buys All Blacks, Super Rugby rights until 2030; TVNZ scoops NPC gamesSky's deal also includes Black Ferns and the British and Irish Lions Women’s tour.21 Aug 08:57 PM
Black FernsWhich Black Fern are you? Take our quiz to find outWhich Black Fern are you?18 Aug 11:29 PM
PremiumPremiumSchool Rugby'Good character prevails': King’s College triumph in Auckland First XV finalWestlake Boys secured their fifth consecutive North Harbour championship.17 Aug 10:44 PM
School RugbyKing's College celebrate 1A title with hakaKing’s College defeated St Kentigern College in the Auckland 1A First XV rugby grand final at Eden Park. Video / NZ HeraldWatch17 Aug 10:00 PM
PremiumPremiumLetters to the EditorLetters: Do those who manage rugby want to see a crowd?OPINION: Decision-makers did do what they thought right at that time during Covid.17 Aug 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumChristchurch'Up for it': Southland, Christchurch in First XV rugby battle for South Island crownThe winner advances to the national Top 4 in Palmerston North.14 Aug 08:00 PM
