New Zealand captain Dan Carter says he is determined to lead his country to victory over England and complete a Grand Slam over the home nations. The All Blacks have already convincingly seen off Wales, Scotland and Ireland and with England struggling Carter believes his side have every right to feel confident. “This is the [...]
All Blacks upset by Welsh Haka disrespect
New Zealand’s Ma’a Nonu has spoken of his disappointment over how Wales responded to the haka prior to the match between the two sides. Wales opted to stand their ground in an act of defiance but Nonu believes it showed disrespect to both his team and his country. He commented, “People back home will have [...]
NZ call on Kahui for Wales match
The All Blacks have only had to make one change to the side that beat Ireland last week as they gear up for the challenge of Wales. Richard Kahui comes in for the injured Conrad Smith at centre in an otherwise unchanged team including three props. Coach Graham Henry believes that his side face a [...]
NZ coach Henry claims dominant victory
New Zealand coach Graham Henry believes his side were more than worthy winners in their 3-22 victory over Ireland. Despite only being 3 points ahead just before the interval, the All Blacks pushed on to claim a comfortable win and Henry says they were always in control. “We’re pleased with the result. The guys played [...]
New Zealand continue good form
New Zealand won a tight game with South Africa to continue their good form and extend their lead at the top of the Tri-Nations table. Although the game finished 19-0 in the All Blacks’ favour, it was only 5-0 heading into the final quarter. Conrad Smith got the first try early on but it was [...]
Ospreys ready to swoop for NZ scrum-half
Ospreys have stepped up their preparations for the new season by entering into formal negotiations to bring New Zealand A scrum-half Jamie Nutbrown to the club. However, if Ospreys are to sign the 27-year-old he would need to be released a year early from his New Zealand Rugby Union contract. Ospreys elite performance director, Andrew [...]
New Zealand storm back to beat Aussies
The All Blacks recovered from two straight defeats to crush Australia 39-10 and secure a bonus point in the process. Tony Woodcock and Ma’a Nonu scored the all important tries to relieve the pressure on New Zealand coach Graham Henry. The All Blacks made a number of tactical changes to their side and Henry was [...]
All Blacks turn to Kahui
New Zealand have drafted Richard Kahui into their side for the upcoming match against Australia as they attempt to take back the balance of power in the Tri-Nations. Kahui will be asked to play out of position on the wing but coach Graham Henry says whoever he picks will have to be up for the [...]
MacDonald out for New Zealand
Leon MacDonald has been ruled out of the third Tri-Nations test against Australia, a match the All Blacks must win to avoid defeat in the tournament. The 30-year-old full back is still suffering from the effects of a concussion and the All Blacks don’t want to take any risks ahead of their crunch game with [...]
New Zealand face injury problems
With the England team to face New Zealand expected to be much changed from recent selections, the All Blacks also have to contend with injury problems it has been revealed. Mils Muliaina, the inspirational full back is struggling to be fit for the test after injuring his hamstring in training and will be assessed on [...]
New Zealand star set to make debut
Anthony Tuitavake will make his New Zealand debut against Ireland on Saturday with much expected of the Auckland Blues Winger. Despite the fact that only six surviving members of the last World Cup campaign are set to start, Tuitavake is expected to be the only fresh face. Coach Graham Henry commented, “We’ve gone for established [...]