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Where to Now? The question for teams & fans needs to be considered, as they have reached Super Rugby Week 10. That is officially over half way; further for the South African teams, who hibernate after week 15 (to prepare for the England test series). However, all sides must now make critical, mid-calendar decisions now READ MORE
The idea that New Zealand born flanker Brad Shields could play for England, in the June Internationals, has highlighted an issue which few perceived (when Shields chose to sign for Wasps). In so much that the connotation was that he might be considered later. And now that England Rugby have broached the topic, contractual responsibilities […] READ MORE
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After the latest New Zealand conference game between the Hurricanes and the Chiefs, questions have been raised. Another bitingly tough match, yet with a scattering of injuries and exhaustive efforts from each side. Chiefs head Colin Cooper asked “why should we play each other more than once?” The please has been added, but the message […] READ MORE
Super Rugby Week 8 offered some hope to two of the three franchises that were in action this weekend. The Sharks came close to pulling off a second win on tour, and the Lions put the Stormers to the sword in Johannesburg. Super Rugby Week 8 Hurricanes 38 Cell C Sharks 37 Hurricanes: Tries: Jordy Barrett, […] READ MORE
The news from the Super Rugby clash at McLean Park in Napier, was how the 2016 champions wrenched a victory from the jaws of defeat. Ihaia West became the hero, as his last minute conversion kick saw the Hurricanes rugby team escape a ‘Sharks bite’ by a whisker. In an thrilling encounter held in the regions […] READ MORE
Vince Aso has made it clear. When faced with the option that so many before have been offered, Aso stays loyal to his Hurricanes team in Super Rugby; rather than seek riches offshore. Known for his pace and strength, Aso has enjoyed success in the 2016 championship winning franchise. With both highs and lows, he […] READ MORE
When head coach Scott Robertson speaks of Matt Todd, he is glowing of the players resolve. Robertson has said that Matt Todd volunteered for ‘active duty’. And like a soldier, the Crusader loose forward knows that his team need him in the trenches this weekend. The ‘game of the weekend’ – no disrespect to the 6 […] READ MORE
Two roles within New Zealand Rugby have been confirmed. One was a return that was less pronounced, while the other seemed to be the ‘worst kept secret’ in recent memory. However, both new Head Coaching positions announced for the Hurricanes Super Rugby franchise, and the Waikato Rugby provincial team, only cement the quality of coaches […] READ MORE
Week One of the 2018 Super Rugby season will feel a little strange. This year, Australian and New Zealand Super Rugby sides must sit ‘in wait’ for their African Conference colleagues to complete the opening weekend alone. Usually, all teams have a big turnout. In years past, that has meant Thursday matches, double and sometimes triple-headers. […] READ MORE
Claiming their second 10-a-side rugby tournament, the Blues Super Rugby side have claimed the preseason Brisbane Global Rugby Tens prize–to the delight of their fans and followers. In a tightly fought final, the Blues defeated their Wellington rivals, the Hurricanes 10-7. The Auckland side headed into the finals after dominating the competition, but found the […] READ MORE
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