WATCH: Sonny Bill wins with first round KO
After just five pro fights, the New Zealand heavyweight belt belongs to an All Black.
View ArticleTipping point: Afoa banned for Heineken Cup semi
Ulster tight-head John Afoa has been handed a four week ban for his dangerous tackle on Felix Jones.
View Article‘Get a life’: Piri Weepu hits back at fans accusing him of gaining weight
The All Black and Auckland Blues scrum-half has copped some flak on Twitter for his side’s poor Super 15 start
View ArticleRelax, Leinster: Kirwan appointed to Auckland Blues post
The ex-Italy boss will take over from Pat Lam, who endured a torrid time in charge of the Super Rugby side.
View Article‘Robust’ discussions between Rob Penney and Declan Kidney over Irish stars
The new Munster coach wants to build up a good working relationship with the national team.
View ArticleCaptain Doug to oversee Munster’s new centre combination
Howlett starts for the second time in two weeks as James Downey and Casey Laulala get their chance to shine against Bristol.
View ArticlePenney set to choose Howlett ahead of O’Connell as new Munster captain
It has been reported that the second-row will give up his armband to the former All Black ahead of the new rugby season.
View ArticleJohn Kirwan brings in Graham Henry as Auckland Blues defence coach
Perhaps now the acerbic Kiwi will be given back his life-time parking space at Eden Park.
View ArticleEric Elwood: If I won Euromillions I’d sign Richie McCaw myself
The Connacht coach would love to draft in the All Black captain but admits he may have to find a blank cheque.
View ArticleBlazing squad: Doug Howlett happy to lead Munster into Stade de France hot-house
The newly-appointed captain believes Paris is the perfect place for a winning start to their Heineken Cup campaign.
View ArticleBlacklisted: Dan Carter snubbed in New Zealand player of the year nominations
The three lads up for the main award are pretty handy though.
View ArticleDan Carter set for another European vacation
Let’s hope it doesn’t go all ‘Clark Griswald’ on him again.
View ArticleJerry Collins gets Japanese jail visit after knife ‘self-defence’ claim
The former All Black flanker was arrested for carrying the blade in a department store.
View ArticleTearful All Black winger Julian Savea admits domestic assault charge
The New Zealander, who tormented Ireland last summer, will appear in court next Monday.
View ArticleColourful character: Brent Pope looked to be enjoying himself today
The RTÉ rugby coach is clearly besties with Roz Purcell and Bressie now.
View ArticleShoulder injury forces record-breaker Howlett to retire
The Munster and All Black legend has undergone shoulder surgery and has retired on medical advice.
View ArticleRuddock sad to see the back of ‘inspiring’ Gibbes
The Kiwi forwards coach had his pack primed and ready to control last night’s encounter with Cardiff.
View ArticleDan Carter made his comeback from sabbatical in a local club match
The 32-year-old out-half came through 40 minutes for Southbridge, scoring 10 points.
View ArticleEx-All Black Muliaina on course for Connacht debut later this month
Meanwhile, Kiwi hooker Tom McCartney joins Pat Lam’s squad this week.
View ArticleMils Muliaina to make Connacht debut while Munster and Ulster boosted by...
All eyes will be on the All Black at the Sportsgrounds tomorrow evening.
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