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‘They let off a big roar!’ Crusaders confirm new captain
David Havili will captain the Crusaders in 2025, replacing Scott Barrett.
Confirmed - David Havili to lead Crusaders in 2025
The Crusaders will break with tradition this season, naming a back as captain.
Paul Lewis: The issues World Rugby must fix to save sevens from financial oblivion
OPINION: Spiralling costs have left rugby's shortest format in dire financial territory.
Ilona Maher shines on first Bristol start
Ilona Maher scores try, boosts shirt sales in inspirational win.
Why Lions stars refused orders from Gatland’s coaching box on NZ tour
Dan Biggar doesn't hold back in his new book – including towards Warren Gatland.
'It means everything': Julian Savea on brother Ardie's Moana Pasifika arrival
The former All Black aims to transform Moana into a Super Rugby force in 2025.
All Blacks
Alex Powell: Why Robertson can't get the best out of Damian McKenzie
OPINION: In systems built on order, the All Blacks’ first five thrives on chaos.
Shaun Stevenson, NZR reach compromise as All Black heads to Japan
The 28-year-old will miss the start of Super Rugby, before leaving altogether next year.
'Classy gesture': All Black gives boots to son of Irish legend
Barrett's boots boost bonhomie with Irish in France.
Black Ferns
Springboks return to Eden Park, targeting All Blacks' unbeaten run
The All Blacks and Black Ferns will play a total of nine home tests in 2025.
‘A full-circle moment’: How friend’s death prompted Black Fern to give back
'It was scary. We were young … we didn't know how to handle it and it's changed us.'
Super Rugby
'A beautiful soul': Māori All Black Connor Garden-Bachop remembers brother
The 30-year-old has joined Moana Pasifika, seven months after his family's loss.
‘They let off a big roar!’ Crusaders confirm new captain
David Havili will captain the Crusaders in 2025, replacing Scott Barrett.
Confirmed - David Havili to lead Crusaders in 2025
The Crusaders will break with tradition this season, naming a back as captain.
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Sports news
Teen keeps clean sheet on debut as Phoenix draw with Sydney FC
All the action from the clash between Wellington Phoenix and Sydney FC from Sky Stadium.
Revealed: How much Auckland has committed to hosting SailGP regatta
The event is forecast to bring a multimillion-dollar boost to the city.
'Kind of went to shit': Scott Dixon on a trying 2024, chasing seventh championship and Andretti's record
'It sucks to get beat and I hate it. I think that’s what drives you.'
More Rugby news
Sevens facing fraught future as World Series suffers multi-million dollar losses
Something must change to stop the Sevens World Series suffering massive financial losses.
Gregor Paul: The moment Rieko Ioane put his money where his mouth is
OPINION: Maybe Rieko Ioane should spark a personal feud with everyone he plays.
France hooker leaves Top 14 club after reportedly arriving drunk after Xmas party
The 29-year-old is understood to have been inebriated at training.
How American Olympic sevens star became the biggest name in rugby
Ilona Maher is comfortably rugby's most followed personality across all social media.
Kelston Boys' High team claim World Schools title, keep trophy in NZ hands
Kiwi schools have now won the tournament three years in a row.
Warren Gatland remains Wales coach but must 'change fortunes'
The Kiwi will coach Wales through the 2025 Six Nations.
Kelston into World Schools Rugby Festival final
Hopes of an all-New Zealand final were dashed but Kelston will play for the title.
‘That's the aura he has’: Savea already lifting new Moana Pasifika teammates
The All Blacks star made a brief appearance at his new club.