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‘Very little bearing on what happens later’: Chiefs taking flying start in stride
'What happens in round one and two has very little bearing on what happens later on'
Researchers study brains of deceased domestic violence victims for CTE insights
CTE is diagnosed post-mortem, and is linked to repeated head trauma.
Why Caleb Clarke isn’t in Fantasy Super Rugby Pacific
A week out from the start of the season, Fantasy Super Rugby Pacific has finally arrived.
Letters: Wealth and the 'hard work' myth
OPINION: 'To a very large extent, wealth in New Zealand comes from government decisions.'
Gatland reveals personal tragedies and wife's advice to quit rugby
Gatland revealed at one point his wife suggested he walk away from rugby.
‘He was just Jonah’: New unseen footage sheds light on Lomu’s legacy
'I live in London, and over here they still talk about Jonah as if he’s still playing'.
TV rights upheaval: Sky in line for critical All Blacks deal and then a possible takeover
NZ rugby TV rights are now open to negotiation for global streamers: What are fans in for?
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.
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.
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.
Chris Rattue: Who was the top Kiwi sportsperson of 2024?
OPINION: Why 2024 was a standout year for Kiwi sports ... and drama for some.
'Process has been challenging': Female NZ Rugby board member rejected by provincial unions
Eight of the nine new board members were voted through but one is rejected.
Number crunch: How NZ Rugby board has struggled with maths on Silver Lake
Private equity deal proved challenging for NZ Rugby board.
Sports Insider: David Kirk's strategic move into rugby's leadership spotlight
OPINION: The former All Blacks captain is a beacon of hope for rugby in this country.
Gregor Paul: All Blacks' messy win over Italy raises questions for coaches
OPINION: All Blacks win 29-11 in Turin but grapple with errors, lacking cohesion and flow.
All Blacks' flat finale: Victory marred by underwhelming performance
All Blacks close season with win, but performance raises questions about future.
Gregor Paul: Why Beauden Barrett got the nod over Damian McKenzie
OPINION: A high-impact punch in the closing stages appears crucial in selection.
ICC boss and former All Blacks captain contest NZ Rugby board
Global cricket boss and Taine Randell are among the new NZ Rugby board applicants.
Alice Soper: Why grassroots rugby is losing female coaches
OPINION: With the Ako Wāhine programme repurposed, where will our women grow?
All Blacks do it the hard way to complete 2024 sweep of England
Scott Robertson's men secured their third successive victory over England.
Tight Five: Succession plan for Sam Cane is a fallacy in 2024
OPINION: You can't win tests in 2025 now, but you can lose 2024 matches.
From pain to passion: Tim Stimpson designs rugby cap to help sport survive
The former Lions fullback is pushing to make rugby safer with the Hedkayse headguard.
Why evolution could define All Blacks and England trilogy test
A third test evokes familiarity but the All Blacks and England are different from July.
Ruahei Demant: Women's rugby coverage long overdue
Co-captain Ruahei Demant: 'For the draw to be announced on primetime TV is long overdue.'
'Fewer scrums and more ball carries': A peek into rugby's future
How different might rugby look in 25 years?
Follow the Māori All Blacks on their tour of Japan
Four-part documentary looks behind the scenes of Māori tour of Japan
Next steps in NZ Rugby governance reform near, director roles deadline approaches
The Herald understands seven of the current 10-member board will re-apply.