All Blacks selection is far from the mind of Waikato first five-eighths Stephen Donald.

Rugby is now not only boring, but it seems our national side can’t play it very well either. With yet another round of heartache due in the end of year tests against Australia, England, France et al.

All Blacks stars Dan Carter and Richie McCaw return to the Canterbury starting side for their Air NZ Cup table-topping rugby match against Hawke's Bay in Napier on Thursday.

All Black Luke McAlister's fortunes have taken another turn for the worse.

Unlikely contenders Tasman have continued their push towards the Air NZ Cup playoffs.

Taniela Moa has also been one of the frustrating elements in the Auckland rugby team.