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Final quarter frustrations cost the All Blacks dearly as they faltered again in the face of South African pressure to lose the second Lipovitan-D Rugby Championship Test in Cape Town on Sunday (NZT). Again, it was the super sub hooker Malcolm Marx who punished All Blacks' indiscipline which saw prop Tyrel

Significant changes to the starting personnel of both sides has added extra intrigue to the second Lipovitan-D Rugby Championship Test with South Africa in Cape Town. Match Details: All Blacks v South Africa, Sunday 8 September, 3.00am NZT, DHL Stadium, Cape Town Played: 107 Won: All Blacks 62, South Africa 41, Drawn 4 Last

The Hanan Shield is one of the most prestigious trophies in New Zealand's domestic rugby union competition. First played for in 1946 after being presented by the Mayor of Timaru, A. E. S. Hanan. The Hanan Shield is based on a challenge system played between North Otago, South Canterbury and

Above: Experienced Heartland XV Head Coach Nigel Walsh pictured during the 2023 campaign. PHOTO: NZR Provincial players will have the opportunity to gain a place in the New Zealand Heartland XV in 2024 with two games against tough opponents. New Zealand Heartland XV will be under the leadership of Nigel Walsh (South