highlanders

Liam Squire big performance includes thumping hit that injured his own shoulder

7 years ago by rugbydump.com

In only his second appearance this season, All Blacks and Highlanders flanker Liam Squire had a huge game against the Waratahs in Invercargill on Friday.

James Haskell looks back on his illustrious career

7 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

World Rugby has put together a tribute to the former England back-rower James Haskell following his decision to retire from professional rugby.   A charismatic and entertaining personality, Haskell will...

Chiefs charge into play-offs as Highlanders stay in contention

7 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

Shaun Stevenson scored a hat-trick of tries as the Chiefs tore apart the Rebels to qualify for the Super Rugby play-offs in style.     The Chiefs secured their place in the Super Rugby play-offs...

Balancing the books and replacing the Accountant: who can replace Ben Smith after the World Cup?

7 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

The Highlanders and All Blacks will lose one of their most consistent performers after the Rugby World Cup with the always reliable Ben Smith bringing the curtain down on his test and Super Rugby career...

Highlanders Keep PlayOff Hopes Alive

7 years ago by Ulitmate Rugby

The Highlanders kept their playoff hopes alive on Friday as they hammered the Waratahs 49-12 in Invercargill.   The bonus point win gave the Landers a slim chance of making the knockout phase of...

Liam Coltman to run out for 100th Super Rugby game

7 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

Powerful Highlanders hooker Liam Coltman will become Investec Super Rugby’s newest centurion, as he takes the field against the Waratahs in Invercargill this evening.   The 29-year-old will...

Beauden Barrett to join Super Rugby Rivals?

7 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

Two-time World Rugby Player of the Year Beauden Barrett could make the switch from the Hurricanes to the Blues with his current deal expiring at the end of the Rugby World Cup in Japan.   Patrick...

A stop in New Zealand before another Lions Tour for Gatland?

7 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

Warren Gatland will lead the British and Irish Lions on their tour to South Africa and will become just the second person to lead the side on three consecutive tours.   The current Wales head coach...

Eight into Four: The permutations for each team's Super Rugby playoff spot

7 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

With one round remaining in the 2019 Super Rugby season, there are six teams who statistically still have a good chance to make the competition’s playoffs. Let’s dive in and see who these sides...

Wednesday Morning Round Up

7 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

U20 Championship:   The stage is set as the teams play their final group stages game and push for a Semi Final spot. France, Australia, New Zealand and South Africa are all unbeaten. Ireland face...