Rugby News, Analysis, History, Schedule, Rumours
In this Round Six Super Rugby Snapshot, followers of the competition find that ‘you win some, and you lose some’. And for leading teams and those at the bottom of the table, results were at the two extremes this round. No matter if you are at the top, or down at the bottom of the ladder, […] READ MORE
It’s hard to judge which are the best. From all of the choices of local derby matches across the whole competition, the selection is overwhelming yet, many will agree that NZ Super Rugby Northern/Southern derbies may be the absolute Best! In that, the Chiefs v Hurricanes and Highlanders v Crusaders games scheduled this week are ‘absolute belters’. […] READ MORE
If fans are to take anything away from the opening three rounds of the competition, it must include the classic ‘Super Rugby Snapshot’ of delighted Sunwolves players (after their first-ever win on New Zealand soil). The caption above is a wonderful sporting image. And one of determination from the Japanese Super Rugby franchise. After 20-plus attempts […] READ MORE
Not that he would ever think so, but after the shift north of former Chiefs captain Charlie Ngatai, and the devastating injury to current skipper Sam Cane, the Chiefs Super Rugby leadership change is a Brodie Retallick benefit. The self effacing team player is not likely to raise his hand for the task, but like the […] READ MORE
Of all the players and management, caught up in the elation of the last-gasp win for the All Blacks over the Springboks, Sam Cane was not one of them. Removed from the International match early, he would later find out that he had fractured a bone in his neck – thus ending his season early. […] READ MORE
Angus Ta'avau, struggling Blues player, to a Waratahs & Chiefs Super Rugby player, is now taking opportunity as it 'knocks' when the All Blacks come calling READ MORE
For debutant All Black Karl Tu'inukuafe; his call to sign for the Blues was a 'win' for the franchise - thanks to the props Harbour Rugby connection READ MORE
Now that the June Internationals have ended, as 'quick as a Barrett' we are soon back on the Bandwagon of Super Rugby 2018 READ MORE
With an ever-changing New Zealand conference, the Crusaders beat a lacklustre Chiefs side 20-34, to consolidate their status as the leading side heading into the International break. READ MORE
It was by the account of their head coach, an 'outstanding' performance that saw the Chiefs overcome the Waratahs on a night when both coaches couldn't ask for much more heart, from their respective 23-man lineups. 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.