All Blacks named to play Uruguay in Lyon

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All Blacks selectors Ian Foster, Jason Ryan and Joe Schmidt have named the team for Thursday’s Rugby World Cup pool match against Uruguay in Lyon. Regular captain Sam Cane has returned to the starting side for the final pool game at Parc Olympique Lyonnais. Tighthead prop Tyrel Lomax has also been named

How Rugby Stars in New Zealand Unwind: A Look at Popular Pastimes

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In New Zealand, rugby transcends the realm of sports embedding itself deeply into the nation's cultural heartbeat. The players, revered as national icons embody the aspirations of entire communities and create a dynamic existence for them. Amidst this vibrant but demanding landscape, the rugby stars find sanctuary in various leisure

Black Ferns named to take on the Wallaroos

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Black Ferns coaches Allan Bunting, Steve Jackson, Mike Delany and Tony Christie have named an in-form 23 to take on the Wallaroos in the O’Reilly Cup, presented by Ryman Healthcare, this Saturday afternoon (4.35pm), in Kirikiriroa (Hamilton), at FMG Stadium Waikato. This will be the Black Ferns' first Test on home

All Blacks named for Rugby World Cup pool match against Italy in Lyon

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All Blacks selectors Ian Foster, Jason Ryan and Joe Schmidt have named the team for Friday’s Rugby World Cup pool match against Italy in Lyon. The All Blacks will welcome back four players from injury and likely celebrate a special individual milestone for Test appearances. Both teams have everything to play