Rugby World Cup
‘Nanny state’: Council proposes fizzy drink ban at sports stadium
Council claims fizzy ban at sports ground could improve the health of locals and visitors.
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.
'Feels like it's not real': Devastated Sam Cane reflects on World Cup red card
'Even now just saying those words... I just feel the tension.'
Brodie Retallick at 33: One of NZ's rugby greats is finally giving his body a break
'I think I'm done there,' the giant lock says of his All Blacks and Chiefs careers.
'We didn't adjust': Allan Bunting's assessment after Black Ferns' historic loss
'Our ladies' intent was good, but [we] probably didn't adjust to the ref,' the coach said.
Opinion: Sam Cane deserved better from New Zealand’s rugby media
OPINION: The former captain had to endure more criticism than most.
Rugby World Cup video
Watch: News Worth Knowing in 2023
2023 has not been short of memorable events. NZ Herald video covered them all. Video / NZ Herald
Willie Jackson and his world cup opinions
Willie Jackson calls into Jason Pines show to share his views on the Rugby World Cup final. Video / Newstalk ZB
Beyond the Game: Ian Foster gives last press conference as All Blacks coach
Ian Foster gives his last press conference as All Blacks head coach opening up on his future, legacy and what he will miss the most after four seasons in the top job. Video / NZ Herald
Latest Rugby news
Gregor Paul: How NZ Rugby’s top players are cashing in by staying local
OPINION: Top players like Cane and Savea earn more by staying in NZ than going abroad.
Phil Gifford: Is Hoskins Sotutu doing enough for an All Blacks return?
OPINION: The Blues No 8's form is symptomatic of his side's struggles.
Former All Blacks coach, loose forward Alex 'Grizz' Wyllie dies, aged 80
He coached the All Blacks to 58 wins in 64 matches between 1988 and 1991.
Rugby World Cup Opinion
Tight Five: Can Club World Cup steal spotlight from cricket and football?
OPINION: Elliott Smith analyses the biggest talking points from the world of rugby.
Tight Five: The road map to Super Rugby re-invigoration
OPINION: Elliott Smith analyses the biggest talking points from the world of rugby.
Tight Five: Blues' mixed performance raises questions on tactics
OPINION: Elliott Smith analyses the biggest talking points from the world of rugby.
Tight Five: Anonymous Aumua needs to lift his game
OPINION: Elliott Smith analyses the biggest talking points from the world of rugby.
Phil Gifford: Why the stadiums were ‘empty’ for Black Ferns
OPINION: Phil Gifford lists four talking points from the world of rugby.
All Blacks news
Gregor Paul: How NZ Rugby’s top players are cashing in by staying local
OPINION: Top players like Cane and Savea earn more by staying in NZ than going abroad.
Former All Blacks coach, loose forward Alex 'Grizz' Wyllie dies, aged 80
He coached the All Blacks to 58 wins in 64 matches between 1988 and 1991.
Ousted All Blacks coach Ian Foster returns for Lions tour 2025
The final allocation of tickets has gone on sale.
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‘We make it work’: Inside the lives of a professional sports couple
The couple manage a long-distance relationship while both playing pro rugby.
'We know what it is': Is Black Ferns' search for DNA already over?
'You should have heard us in the box for some of those tries. It was really exciting.'
Balancing act: How these mums tackle the challenges of dual roles
These are the untold stories of professional athlete mums.
Gregor Paul: Provincial unions find themselves in crosshairs of history
OPINION: Provinces will have to decide on what basis they can say their plan is better.
Phil Gifford: New Zealand rugby's troubles run deeper than TV or Silver Lake
OPINION: Rugby's battle for hearts and minds has been raging for at least two decades.
Tight Five: Blues' mixed performance raises questions on tactics
OPINION: Elliott Smith analyses the biggest talking points from the world of rugby.
Tight Five: Anonymous Aumua needs to lift his game
OPINION: Elliott Smith analyses the biggest talking points from the world of rugby.