NPC

Tevita Mafileo called up by Scott Robertson

1 month ago by Ultimate Rugby

All Blacks selectors have named their squad for the 2025 Grand Slam tour, which kicks off with ‘The Gallagher Cup – The Rematch’ against Ireland in Chicago, followed by matches against...

Seven All Blacks to represent their Provincial Unions in NPC quarter-finals

1 month ago by Ultimate Rugby

Seven members of the All Blacks Lipovitan-D Rugby Championship squad will represent their Provincial Unions in the Bunnings Warehouse National Provincial Championship quarter-finals this weekend. Anton...

NPC HIGHLIGHTS | Canterbury v Taranaki

1 month ago by Ultimate Rugby

Two traditional powerhouses face off in Christchurch as Canterbury and Taranaki close out the regular season with a blockbuster matchup.

Canterbury side to take on Taranaki

2 months ago by Ultimate Rugby

Canterbury will wrap up their round robin campaign this weekend with a blockbuster clash against Taranaki in the final round of the 2025 Bunnings NPC. With a home quarter-final spot on the line, there’s...

Canterbury’s Lead Cut as Bunnings NPC Playoff Race Heats Up

2 months ago by Ultimate Rugby

Canterbury had its lead reduced to one point after Bunnings NPC Round 9 play at the weekend. Forced to golden point after being level with Northland 19-19 in Whangarēi, neither side was able to secure...

Jone Rova signs on with Hurricanes until 2027

2 months ago by Ultimate Rugby

Jone Rova has signed a two-year contract with the Hurricanes in a deal that will keep him at the club until 2027.  A member of this year’s wider training group, Rova’s elevation to...

Thirteen All Blacks available for round 8 of the NPC

2 months ago by Ultimate Rugby

Eight NPC teams will welcome back members of the current All Blacks squad when round 8 kicks off this Friday, with thirteen players released to play for their provincial teams. Josh Lord, who has been...