Rugby: Lions out-muscle Stags
After a great start, Southland's 2010 ITM Cup campaign has ended disappointingly.
After a great start, Southland's 2010 ITM Cup campaign has ended disappointingly.
It was no surprise to anyone when Manawatu ran rampant over the hapless Otago side yesterday.
All Blacks hooker Andrew Hore will play a big role in the team leadership group.
Returning All Blacks wing Sitiveni Sivivatu is fit and raring to go.
Northland held off a desperate Bay of Plenty to win a see-sawing national provincial championship rugby match.
Canterbury first five Colin Slade is doing his best to concentrate on the positives after missing selection for the All Blacks.
The usual suspects seem likely to play out the ITM Cup semifinals following 12 weeks of action.
For a city that's had its fill of seismic activity, the people of Christchurch showed an admirable appetite for some more yesterday.
Mark Anscombe is careful to avoid accusations of nepotism when it comes to son Gareth, writes Michael Brown.
Canterbury got their latest Ranfurly Shield reign off to a winning start, beating Counties Manukau 39-21.
24 times they've tried and 24 times they've failed. But Counties Manukau are still confident they can win the Ranfurly Shield tomorrow.
Medical tests and intuition will be crucial selection components before the All Black touring squad is announced on Sunday.