Rugby News, Analysis, History, Schedule, Rumours
When a list of names was put forward as potential candidates for the vacant All Blacks Coach position last week, the New Zealand Rugby administration was inundated with quality choices. From domestic title winners, to European and International rugby leaders. It all makes for an interesting selection process, and a widely anticipated appointment. Widely; well […] READ MORE
In it's seventh year, the Guinness Pro14 has seen much change. Two additional teams, and a wider audience. So now, as the Guinness Pro14 semi-finals ready for action, anticipation is building like never before. Glasgow Warriors v Scarlets/Leinster v Munster READ MORE
Chiefs Eye Return To Clinical Performance in Bulls Encounter READ MORE
The most crucial game of the Guinness Pro14 round eight comes at the Scotstoun Stadium in Glasgow, Scotland. With Glasgow unbeaten and leading Conference A and Leinster second in conference B respectively, they both will be searching for another victory to keep their good form going. Glasgow v Leinster on Friday night, will be Last Word On Rugby’s one to […] READ MORE
It occurs only rarely. That perfect scenario–a player choosing to end their term with a team, and to ‘go out on top’. That could be a championship, gold medal and a lasting legacy. But, it only happens rarely and there was no fairy tale ending in Super Rugby semifinals played this weekend. Sadly there was […] READ MORE
Rumours that Damian McKenzie could feature for the Leicester Tigers in 2018 have gathered momentum this week, but the reliability of information coming out of the UK is inconsistent at best. All that talk is just that though – talk. If it happens, and it’s a big if at this point, McKenzie’s departure would be […] READ MORE
With the departure of Dave Rennie looming, former Hurricanes coach Colin Cooper will take over the Chiefs following the 2017 Super Rugby season. Cooper has signed a three-year deal with the Chiefs, but he will resume his role as Maori All Blacks coach for their big clash against the British & Irish Lions in 2017. […] READ MORE
The fact is, since the Chiefs beat Brumbies, the Hurricanes did their fellow New Zealand team no favours. As they beat the Crusaders, it makes for a tougher quarter final schedule. The Chiefs have no choice but to accept the fact that in order to win the title; they'll have to do it away from home base. It doesn't get any tougher than a trip to Newlands, but that is exactly what will be required. READ MORE
All Black hero and Chiefs veteran Stephen Donald will likely rejoin his beloved Mooloos for yet another season of provincial rugby. An official announcement from Waikato Rugby is due to be made in the next week or so ‘once the paperwork’ is complete. Donald will join other big signing Zac Guildford, in what will be […] READ MORE
Damian McKenzie may find himself missing out on a spot in the All Blacks squad, but his boss at the Chiefs had something else to say on the matter. With the All Blacks squad due to be named on Thursday, Chiefs head coach Dave Rennie appeared quietly surprised at the very notion that McKenzie could […] READ MORE
Michael Pulman is a contributor for Last Word On Rugby and writes regular content with a New Zealand focus. Beginning as a blogger on his own and through various other platforms, Mike has gone on to become a genuine sports reporter, covering NZ Rugby and all competitions domestic, and Internationally, as well as Cricket.