New Zealand coach Hansen unlikely to continue beyond 2017
Coach Steve Hansen is unlikely to be at the helm when New Zealand launch the defence of the World Cup in Japan in 2019 after the 56-year-old cast doubts over whether he will extend his contract which...
View ArticleNew Zealand hails ‘phenomenal’ All Blacks
New Zealand media toasted the All Blacks’ victory over Australia in Saturday’s Rugby World Cup final, hailing the achievements of a “phenomenal” team many are calling the best of all time. Directed by...
View ArticleHabana among top Springboks named in sevens training squad
They may have had to settle for bronze at the recent World Cup but a number of South Africa’s leading 15-a-side players could be going for gold when rugby returns to the Olympic Games in Rio de Janeiro...
View ArticleAll Blacks in Cup tribute to fallen teammate
Several All Blacks have taken the World Cup on an unscheduled detour to a New Zealand cemetery for an emotional graveside tribute to fallen teammate Jerry Collins. The players took time out from their...
View ArticleStanding still not an option for All Blacks
The return of the All Blacks and Rugby World Cup trophy to Wellington on Friday brought New Zealand’s capital to a standstill. With a slate of retirements and departures looming, however, coach Steve...
View ArticleAll Blacks hand McCaw perfect send-off
New Zealand underlined their global superiority by becoming the first country to win back-to-back World Cup crowns, the perfect send-off into retirement for inspirational captain Richie McCaw. The...
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