Brad Shields named 2024 Hurricanes Captain

Experienced loose-forward and Hurricanes centurion Brad Shields has today been confirmed as captain of the Hurricanes ahead of their 2024 DHL Super Rugby Pacific campaign. He will be supported by Asafo Aumua and Jordie Barrett, who have been named as vice-captains for 2024. Shields, who played 103 games for the Hurricanes between

Black Ferns Test season begins to take shape for 2024

The Black Ferns will kick off their 2024 Test calendar with three home Tests against USA, Canada and Australia as they look to defend their Pacific Four Series title before heading to Australia for a potential O’Reilly Cup decider. Pacific Four Series host cities, venues and kick off times in New

British & Irish Lions Women’s Tour 

New Zealand to host inaugural British & Irish Lions Women’s Tour •    First ever British & Irish Lions women’s tour in 2027 •    Minimum five matches, including three Tests, across the country •    Host venues and cities to be confirmed Off the back of record-breaking crowds at the Rugby World Cup in 2022 and hosting

All Blacks unveil 2024 management group

New Zealand Rugby (NZR) has confirmed the 2024 All Blacks management group under new Head Coach Scott Robertson. The group includes seven members who carry over from the previous All Blacks management team. Eight members have prior experience with senior international teams, and 11 also have come from Super Rugby Pacific

Rugby Union Sevens in a Nutshell

Rugby Union Sevens in a Nutshell Rugby holds a special place in New Zealand, woven into the nation's cultural tapestry. Its deep roots stretch back to the early British settlers who introduced the sport shortly after colonization in the late 1800s. Prior to this arrival, the indigenous Māori played a similar