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How ex-tropical Cyclone Tam will affect Easter weekend sport
Some events have been cancelled but many will still go ahead as planned.

Gregor Paul: Super Rugby player draft would boost competition
OPINION: A draft would be good for all sides and give athletes a chance to develop.

Surprise game for Super Rugby star in Napier game
Five games of Premier rugby saw 411 points, including 63 tries.

Alice Soper: How women’s rugby is hit by gender play gap
OPINION: Top women's players are returning to club level as a World Cup defence looms.

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

After the divorce: Five years of life without South Africa in Super Rugby
This year marks the five-year anniversary without the Springboks.

Club rugby to Welsh international in six months – the rise of the unwanted Crusader
The young star went overseas seeking higher honours.

Ex All Black Ma’a Nonu makes history as oldest player in French Top 14 at 42
Nonu, in his third stint with Toulon, signed as medical cover for the season.

Ranking NZ rugby’s 30 most influential power brokers
Gregor Paul reflects on who are the real movers and shakers in New Zealand rugby.

All Blacks Coach Scott Robertson and NZR CEO Mark Robinson speak to Newstalk ZB's Rugby Direct
The All Blacks coach and NZR chief executive join Elliott Smith and Liam Napier in the studio for an exclusive and wide-ranging discussion of all the big rugby issues. Video / ZB

Richie Mo'unga: NZ Rugby bosses on eligibilty
NZ Rugby CEO Mark Robinson and All Blacks coach Scott Robertson answer questions on about selection policy. Video / NZ Herald

Big three set for Napier NPC games in 2025
Three big city teams will face the Magpies at McLean Park. All the best!

Why William and Kate’s rugby rivalry is a royal family affair
Catherine admitted their tennis games become a 'mental challenge'.

Fantasy Super Rugby: What if scores counted towards All Blacks selection?
OPINION: Struggling to pick your fantasy team this week? We're here to (try to) help.

‘Hunger to learn’: Meet the Kiwis changing the rugby scene in Brazil
'It's accelerating each and every year, which is awesome to see.'

Takapau puts its hand up to save rugby club
The Takapau rugby club has a history of 140 years, but was on the verge of folding.

Six Nations: France crush Ireland's Grand Slam dreams, move closer to title
Meanwhile, Wales' fight-back fell short against a flying Scotland side.

Fantasy Super Rugby: Boosters and when to burn them
OPINION: Struggling to pick your fantasy team this week? We're here to (try to) help.

Plenty of players, but no committee: Rugby club could 'fold' after 140 years
'It has become unsustainable for the few still involved.'

The 'unexpected' review pushing to merge New Zealand's rugby powerhouses
The mergers aim to reduce duplication and lower costs for the teams involved.