NPCRanfurly Shield drama: Canterbury score in 84th minute to secure Log o' WoodCanterbury needed a try after the fulltime siren to retain the Shield.14 Sep 04:24 AM
NPCShortest Ranfurly Shield reign ever: Canterbury beat SouthlandSouthland's tenure lasted just six days and is the shortest in the trophy's 121 years.06 Sep 05:54 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
PremiumPremiumNPCPhil Gifford: The magic of the Ranfurly Shield and its legendary momentsPhil Gifford shares four Ranfurly Shield stories that resonate with him.05 Aug 04:01 AM
All BlacksFrom roofer to All Black: Rookie Kyle Preston's banner yearAbout a year ago, Preston was playing club rugby and completing a roofing apprenticeship.05 Aug 02:00 AM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'No bigger trophy in New Zealand sport': The enduring magic of the Ranfurly Shield explainedNorthland aim to reclaim the Ranfurly Shield after nearly 50 years.01 Aug 11:00 PM
NPCPlayer spotlight: Stars to watch in the 2025 NPC seasonTake a look at a player to watch from each province in the 2025 NPC season.30 Jul 01:36 AM
All BlacksAll Blacks veteran ruled out of NPC season-opener with shoulder injuryThe 30-year-old was one of eight All Blacks released for the opening round of the NPC.29 Jul 06:23 AM
NPCEx-Māori All Black to play 150th game for Ponsonby in grand finalThe 40-year-old is eyeing his eighth Gallaher Shield title since 2006.25 Jul 05:00 PM
RugbyEx-All Black tells of surviving 'terminal' cancer and battling brother for black jersey At 15, Greg Cooper was told he had only six months to live.21 Jun 12:00 AM
New Zealand'Never felt so alone': Foster lifts lid on battles with NZ Rugby bossesFormer All Blacks' frustrations began before he coached his first All Blacks test. 17 Jun 05:00 PM
Super Rugby'Wrecking ball': Ex-All Blacks midfielder signs with Moana PasifikaIt comes as the Auckland-based side announced the mass departure of 15 players.10 Jun 12:34 AM
All BlacksFormer All Black hails 'game-changing' brain test'It will offer a lot of peace of mind, which is something that’s desperately needed'23 Apr 01:15 AM
Super Rugby'Pretty scary': Highlander's journey from emergency neck surgery to successful return'I definitely thought for a second, like, man, is that it for my career?'16 Apr 08:00 PM
New ZealandFizzy fury: Call to ban sugary drinks from sports stadiumsDental Association says the “severity of the issue” of tooth decay in youth is alarming.01 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandProp to publisher: Former rep rugby captain’s journey to writing kids' booksWriting heartfelt children's books is a new passion for the former rugby hardman.15 Feb 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandWhy stricken rugby star Shane Christie will donate his brain to medical scienceFormer rugby star Shane Christie fears head trauma has left him with CTE.28 Dec 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNPCNPC final: Savea rampages as Wellington seize extra-timevictoryThe capital celebrates after the Lions' NPC victory over the Steamers.26 Oct 05:40 AM
NPCWellington edge Bay of Plenty in extra-time thrillerWellington emerged from a knife-edge contest to be crowned champions.26 Oct 04:54 AM
NPCWellington claim victory in extra-time of NPC finalWellington kicked a penalty in extra-time to win the final.26 Oct 04:25 AM
NPC'Hopefully we can get it done': Steamers captain prepares for NPC finalAhead of the NPC final, Steamers captain Kurt Eklund shared his rugby journey.23 Oct 04:09 PM
PremiumPremiumLeagueStrong southern Kiwis contingent fly home to hunt Kangaroos in ChristchurchThe return of the South Island Kiwi and the historic departure of rugby's silverware.22 Oct 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNPC'I don’t understand': NPC coach fires broadside at NZ Rugby over its futureFinancial struggles and funding cuts threaten grassroots rugby.21 Oct 06:43 PM
NPCBay of Plenty book maiden NPC final spotBay of Plenty scored 24 unanswered points to reach their first final.19 Oct 04:54 AM
NPCNPC: Canterbury dominate Tasman to advance to semifinalsLive updates with the latest NPC action.13 Oct 02:47 AM
NPCWaikato hang on to upset Taranaki in NPC quarter-finalAll the action from the NPC quarter-final between Taranaki and Waikato.12 Oct 08:08 AM
NPCBattle of the Bays: Bay of Plenty steal quarter-final in dying momentsThe Steamers roll on to the semifinals.12 Oct 02:46 AM
NPCNPC quarter-finals: Wellington too strong for Counties ManukauTop seeds Wellington raced in front and held off Counties in the first quarter-final.11 Oct 07:48 AM
