Monday, May 25, 2026

Rugby

Blues win it for the winger

The Blues have become the first custodians of new silverware by defeating the Fijian Drua 40–15 at Eden Park. The Joeli Vidiri Memorial Trophy honours...

All Blacks name new head coach following Robertson’s exit

New Zealand Rugby (NZR) has today announced the appointment of Dave Rennie as the All Blacks’ head coach through to the 2027 Rugby World...

AJ Lam to join Clermont after 2026 Super Rugby season

The Blues can confirm AJ Lam has signed with French Top 14 club ASM Clermont Auvergne and will depart the club after the 2026...

Balancing rugby dreams with academic success

Counties Manukau’s rising rugby star Keran van Staden is proving that young athletes in the region can chase their sporting dreams without sacrificing education...

Hoskins Sotutu to join Newcastle after 2026 season

The Blues Super Rugby Pacific franchise has announced Hoskins Sotutu has signed with English Premiership club Newcastle Red Bulls. He’ll depart Auckland after the conclusion...

Boost for North Waikato women’s rugby

Te Kauwhata Rugby Football Club is set to enhance its facilities for women and girls after being named one of 12 successful recipients in...

Steelers fall to Canterbury in extra time

The Counties Manukau Steelers have come agonisingly close to winning their NPC quarter-final against top-seeded Canterbury in Christchurch. The Steelers forced the game into extra...

Playoff hopes alive for Steelers after win

Counties Manukau have kept their Bunnings Warehouse NPC season alive after a 48-24 win over Manawatu at Navigation Homes Stadium yesterday, September 28. The home...

Steelers celebrate 70th in style

The Counties Manukau Steelers produced a performance for the ages as they celebrated the Union’s 70th anniversary in appropriate fashion with a record 49-28...

Steelers produce statement win on the road; next game today

The Counties Manukau Steelers have produced their best performance of the NPC season as they thrashed Southland 64-10 in Invercargill last Sunday. Reon Graham’s side...