The Latest Breaking News from New Zealand Rugby

New Zealand Rugby Set For Pivotal Vote After Breakaway Threat

New Zealand Rugby will hold a crucial vote Thursday over who runs the game in the country that could see top players split from the governing body if they don't get their way.

International Business Times · May 28, 2024

All Blacks Great Sam Whitelock To Retire This Year

Sam Whitelock, the most capped player in the illustrious history of New Zealand rugby, will retire from the professional game at the end of the French club season in June, his country's federation announced on Tuesday.

International Business Times · Apr 2, 2024

Tackle training and too many urinals: New Zealand women face challenges as they flock to rugby

Participation up 20% since Black Ferns World Cup victory but change rooms and tackle safety among challenges for female players

The Guardian - AU · Dec 15, 2023

Scott Robertson to succeed Ian Foster as All Blacks coach after Rugby World Cup

The Crusaders coach has signed a four-year contract to take the reins from Foster after the 2023 Rugby World Cup

The Guardian - AU · Mar 21, 2023

Joe Schmidt emerges as top contender for All-Blacks job

The former Ireland and Leinster boss could be in line to take over as New Zealand rugby manager.

Irish Mirror · Mar 7, 2023

All Blacks coach Ian Foster to leave role after World Cup

New Zealand said they will appoint Foster’s successor within six weeks

The Independent UK · Mar 1, 2023

Tonight's rugby news as England appoint Welsh coach and All Blacks superstars to quit

The latest rugby news stories from Wales and beyond today

Wales Online · Feb 7, 2023

New Zealand rugby star Campbell Johnstone comes out as gay after 'living double life'

Campbell Johnstone said he was 'living a lie' during his rugby career with the All Blacks and hopes that coming out as gay will help others in a similar position

Daily Mirror · Jan 30, 2023

Super Rugby Pacific forges ahead to 2030

Super Rugby Pacific will forge ahead into 2024 and beyond after Rugby Australia scrapped plans to withdraw from the competition over a financial dispute.

AAP · Dec 2, 2022

Fast, brutal and a sense of joy: how women’s rugby is winning over New Zealand

With sellout crowds and a spot in the World Cup final, New Zealand’s Black Ferns are bringing new fans to the sport

The Guardian - AU · Nov 11, 2022