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Alex Powell
Sports Journalist

Alex Powell is a Sports Journalist for the NZ Herald.

He has been a sports journalist since 2016, and previously worked for both Newshub and 1News. You can contact Alex at alex.powell@nzme.co.nz.

Check out Alex’s latest content
Second-straight second-half surge powers Chiefs past Western Force
Sport

Second-straight second-half surge powers Chiefs past Western Force

25 Apr 09:00 AM
Sua’ali’i shines, McKenzie struggles as Chiefs lose Super Rugby top spot in upset
Sport

Sua’ali’i shines, McKenzie struggles as Chiefs lose Super Rugby top spot in upset

11 Apr 11:39 AM

Australian rugby's bright hope showed his class against the former competition leaders.

‘Incredibly grateful’: Ian Foster reacts to New Year Honour
Waikato Herald

‘Incredibly grateful’: Ian Foster reacts to New Year Honour

30 Dec 04:00 PM

The former All Blacks coach has been made a companion of the NZOM.

'Big few days': All Blacks' concern for Cane after nasty cut against Ireland
Sport

'Big few days': All Blacks' concern for Cane after nasty cut against Ireland

09 Nov 08:30 PM

The 32-year-old was pictured with a huge gash in his head after the Dublin win.

Robertson throws support behind McKenzie as Ireland grudge match awaits
Sport

Robertson throws support behind McKenzie as Ireland grudge match awaits

03 Nov 11:59 PM

"He’ll take whatever role is required, he’ll come in and serve the team."

Roigard returns, Tuipulotu captain as All Blacks name side to face Japan
Sport

Roigard returns, Tuipulotu captain as All Blacks name side to face Japan

22 Oct 04:26 AM

Patrick Tuipulotu will captain for the first time, while Damian McKenzie is back at No 10.

‘He can play, can’t he?’: Is Sititi the All Blacks’ answer at No 6?
Sport

‘He can play, can’t he?’: Is Sititi the All Blacks’ answer at No 6?

08 Sep 11:30 PM

The All Blacks’ youngest squad member showed he can cut it against the best.

Sam Cane starts as All Blacks side to face Springboks named
Sport

Sam Cane starts as All Blacks side to face Springboks named

29 Aug 05:07 AM

Scott Robertson has made two changes to the side that beat Argentina.

Robertson makes major changes to All Blacks squad for Argentina rematch
Sport

Robertson makes major changes to All Blacks squad for Argentina rematch

14 Aug 11:09 PM

Robertson has made four changes to the starting XV for this week's test.

‘Never take it for granted’: Cane surprised by All Blacks recall
Sport

‘Never take it for granted’: Cane surprised by All Blacks recall

28 Jul 05:15 PM

The 32-year-old is in his final season of test rugby before leaving for Japan.

Patience pays off as McKenzie passes audition as All Blacks' top No 10
Sport

Patience pays off as McKenzie passes audition as All Blacks' top No 10

21 Jul 04:00 AM

The 29-year-old has taken his chance with both hands.

Christie wins race for No 9 jersey, Robertson keeps faith with All Blacks squad
Sport

Christie wins race for No 9 jersey, Robertson keeps faith with All Blacks squad

11 Jul 12:10 AM

One player has been named to debut at Eden Park.

Webster counting injury toll after heartbreaking Warriors loss
Sport

Webster counting injury toll after heartbreaking Warriors loss

06 Jul 10:00 PM

Three more players are under clouds following Saturday’s defeat.

All Blacks squad naming: Razor's surprise call, veteran returns
Waikato Herald

All Blacks squad naming: Razor's surprise call, veteran returns

04 Jul 12:04 AM

All Blacks coach Scott Robertson names his squad for the first test.

Who are the five new All Blacks picked by Scott Robertson to face England?
Waikato Herald

Who are the five new All Blacks picked by Scott Robertson to face England?

24 Jun 05:15 PM

Stop the presses, we’ve got a genuine bolter.

'Never say never': Foster won't rule out international coaching return
Waikato Herald

'Never say never': Foster won't rule out international coaching return

17 Apr 06:23 PM

The former All Blacks coach has signed to join Japan's Toyota Verblitz.

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