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What an honour it was for the Blues Super Rugby team. The very first franchise to face the touring British and Irish Lions, and somehow they managed to create even more history in beating the tourists 22-16. In a massive game, the Blues created a piece of history as Ihaia West ran 30 metres to […] READ MORE
After two years absence, the traditional Battle of the Bridge fixture was renewed in Albany yesterday. North Harbour hosted their neighbour and rival Auckland and claimed an historic win over their Premiership opponents. On a calm, bright afternoon, the cards fell the way of Harbour Rugby, who turned the tables on Auckland to record their […] READ MORE
The new mantra for the Harbour rugby side of 2017 is "not done yet". They are looking to regain respect, after elevation to the Mitre 10 Cup Premiership READ MORE
In the last of the Super Rugby New Zealand franchise features, the focus moves to the most northern province. Three-time Champions, the Blues 2017 Super Rugby campaign holds as much promise as the others. The key for the Auckland side will be how second-year coach Tana Umaga can build-in self belief in his group. Former […] READ MORE
With the second big Bledisloe Cup test looming, just which way both the All Blacks and Wallabies coaches lean with their selections are a fascinating prospect. If the All Blacks can win in Wellington, they will seal the Bledisloe and increase their lead at the top of the Rugby Championship. The four nation competition is […] READ MORE
While everyone has been talking about the Wallabies shocking performance last Saturday, the All Blacks have been plagued by a number of injuries. The Wallabies had a nightmare on all fronts at ANZ Stadium. Their high injury toll was a big takeaway. Through all the talk of Matt Giteau‘s career being over, many may have missed […] 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.