Chiefs confirm 2017 Super Rugby draw and venues
9 years ago by Super RugbyThe Chiefs will open their 2017 Super Rugby campaign with three action-packed New Zealand derbies. Kiwi fans have a feast of rugby to look forward to with the Chiefs kicking off their season against the...
Rugby union autumn internationals: talking points from the latest action
9 years ago by The GuardianEngland under Eddie Jones are nothing if not purposeful, New Zealand can’t be blamed for their physicality and Scotland could profit from Argentina’s travails Related: England hint at attacking riches...
One new Zealand media outlet has accused RTE reporter of trying to 'trap' Steve Hansen
9 years ago by Irish IndependentIt was a bruising, bloody war at the Aviva Stadium as New Zealand gained revenge on Ireland and bulldozed their way to a 21-9 win over Ireland.
Refs should keep closer eye on All Blacks - Guscott
9 years ago by BBC Rugby NewsNew Zealand pushed the limits but Ireland should still have won says Jeremy Guscott, plus his take on England, Wales and Scotland.
NZ count injury cost after Irish revenge
9 years ago by Super Sport.comThe All Blacks head into their season-ending match against France with pride restored but counting the cost of their bruising victory over Ireland on Saturday.
Cane & Fekitoa sighted
9 years ago by Ultimate RugbyNew Zealand's Sam Cane and Malakai Fekitoa have been cited for "allegedly dangerous tackles" following Saturday's 21-9 win over Ireland in Dublin. Cane, who will miss Saturday's game against France...
All Black duo Cane and Fekitoa cited over hits in war of attrition
9 years ago by Irish IndependentAll Blacks Sam Cane and Malakai Fekitoa were last night cited for alleged high tackles during their side's win over Ireland on Saturday and will face disciplinary hearings this week.
'Fear of losing' gave All Blacks an edge, says sports psychologist
9 years ago by Irish IndependentThe fear of losing back-to-back games against Ireland drove the All Blacks to victory in a bruising encounter, it has been claimed.
Alan Quinlan: Peyper failed in his duty of care to the players and an example must be made of it
9 years ago by Irish IndependentFirst things first, New Zealand were fully deserving of their win. They were the better team and, even with less ball, they were far more clinical than we were.
Ireland nurse wounds after New Zealand prevail in bruising encounter
9 years ago by The Guardian• Ireland 9-21 New Zealand • World Rugby have questions to answer following catalogue of injuriesThose eagerly awaiting this match, which was anyone in the world with a passing interest in rugby, were...
