Rain, schedule and flights conspire against Skelton Will Skelton says he wanted to play in Australia's Bledisloe Cup opener against New Zealand, but a series of logistical hurdles denied him the chance. AAP · Sep 29, 2025
Frustrated Wallabies coach says Bledisloe loss 'on us' While frustrated by some refereeing calls, coach Joe Schmidt says the Wallabies need to improve across the board in the second Bledisloe Cup Test in Perth. AAP · Sep 28, 2025
'Gutted' Wallabies blow Bledisloe hopes in Auckland The Eden Park hoodoo continues for the Wallabies, who have lost the chance to reclaim the Bledisloe Cup with a 33-24 defeat to New Zealand. AAP · Sep 27, 2025
Wallabies fall short in Bledisloe Cup as All Blacks’ Eden Park hoodoo strikes again Australian rugby’s Eden Park hoodoo will enter a fifth decade after New Zealand saw off another exciting Australian comeback to clinch a 33-24 win The Guardian - AU · Sep 27, 2025
Bledisloe Cup: New Zealand beat Australia in the Rugby Championship – as it happened Minute-by-minute report: The Wallabies fell short of upsetting the All Blacks as the hosts continued their Eden Park supremacy with a 33-24 win The Guardian - AU · Sep 27, 2025
James O'Connor zooms in for Slipper's big day Wallabies prop James Slipper will notch an important milestone against New Zealand on Saturday, while a globetrotting James O'Connor will start at flyhalf. AAP · Sep 25, 2025
‘It was hectic’: Memories of the last time the Wallabies won at Eden Park in 1986 The All Blacks’ Auckland fortress has been impregnable for over 30 years but those Australians who last tasted victory there are backing Joe Schmidt’s current crop to emulate them The Guardian - AU · Sep 24, 2025
Eben Etzebeth returns as South Africa keep continuity for Argentina clash The lock’s return is one of two changes to the starting side that dealt New Zealand’ their heaviest defeat in history The Independent UK · Sep 23, 2025
Eden Park awaits as Wallabies aim to defy history The Wallabies haven't beaten NZ at Eden Park since 1986, but they will take a huge step towards winning the Rugby Championship if they can end that hoodoo. AAP · Sep 19, 2025
Springboks light up engrossing Rugby Championship so why tinker with it now? South Africa and New Zealand’s selfish decision to go it alone will lead to competition hiatus and looks foolish The Guardian - UK · Sep 16, 2025
Wallabies' late show won't work against All Blacks The Wallabies must address some major issues if they are to stand a chance of toppling New Zealand and winning this year's Rugby Championship. AAP · Sep 14, 2025
All Blacks suffer heaviest-ever defeat as Springboks dismantle New Zealand New Zealand 10-43 South Africa: The Springboks produced a statement showing despite serious injury disruption, to raise more questions for All Blacks head coach Scott Robertson The Independent UK · Sep 13, 2025
New Zealand vs South Africa live: Springboks dismantle All Blacks in record-breaking Rugby Championship win New Zealand 10-43 South Africa: The world champions made a statement with a record thrashing of the All Blacks in Wellington The Independent UK · Sep 13, 2025
The exciting new twist to New Zealand and South Africa’s historic rugby rivalry As the two nations’ men’s and women’s sides prepare to meet on the same day, development behind the scenes suggests the great rivals are about to become even more familiar with one another The Independent UK · Sep 10, 2025
The Independent UK · Sep 8, 2025 Rassie Erasmus seeking ‘spark’ with major Springboks changes for All Blacks rematch South Africa went down 24-17 to New Zealand in Auckland and head coach Erasmus has responded by ringing the changes to his starting line-up
AAP · Sep 7, 2025 NRL finals schedule pits Warriors against All Blacks A scheduling clash means Kiwis will have to choose between watching the Warriors' biggest game of the year or the All Blacks facing their fiercest rivals.
The Independent UK · Sep 6, 2025 Ardie Savea makes crucial turnover to secure All Blacks’ win over Springboks IN FULL
The Independent UK · Sep 6, 2025 New Zealand vs South Africa live: All Blacks survive Springboks battle to win crucial Rugby Championship clash New Zealand 24-17 South Africa: The All Blacks held firm to extend their unbeaten run at Eden Park to 51 matches
The Guardian - UK · Aug 27, 2025 Shane Christie, rugby concussion campaigner who wanted to donate his brain, found dead at 39 Former Maori All Blacks player Shane Christie, who had wanted his brain to be studied after suffering from multiple concussions, has died aged 39
The Independent UK · Aug 24, 2025 Argentina win first-ever home Test over New Zealand in Rugby Championship Argentina bounced back from a resounding defeat last week to make history
The Guardian - AU · Aug 18, 2025 Ellis Park epic delivers a powerful adrenaline shot to Australian rugby The comeback against the Springboks ranks up there with the best of all time and could provide a platform to help rebuild the code
The Independent UK · Aug 15, 2025 Why an uncertain future could set up a thrilling Rugby Championship The southern hemisphere competition reaches the end of an era with change on the way – but there is optimism for a strong campaign for each competing nation
The Guardian - UK · Aug 12, 2025 Jac Morgan’s pivotal Lions moment reignites jackling debate in rugby Some people consider it sacrosanct but has World Rugby extended too much latitude to the jackler or ‘stealer’?
The Independent UK · Aug 7, 2025 My dog ate my passport... Leroy Carter nearly misses All Blacks call-up after calamitous mistake Chiefs star Carter is one of four uncapped players called up to the New Zealand squad for the Rugby Championship but a doggy disaster nearly cost him his place
The Guardian - UK · Aug 7, 2025 First Thing: New Trump tariffs come into force against dozens of countries Latest wave of US levies has left governments around the world racing to try to reach deals to avoid job losses. Plus, former Superman actor Dean Cain says he is becoming an Ice agent