New Zealand rugby
Wallabies turn to former All Blacks defensive guru to bolster coaching staff
The Kiwi behind one of the most famous defensive efforts in World Cup history will be on deck for the Wallabies at next year’s tournament.
- Iain Payten
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Does Dave Rennie hold a grudge about his Wallabies sacking? It’s a million-dollar question for RA
The former Wallabies coach could play a key role in getting a new trans-Tasman tradition off the ground. But Rennie also made a statement this week as All Blacks boss that won’t be missed by his former players.
- Iain Payten
An All Blacks rival thinks Suaalii’s best is yet to come in rugby. And that excites him
Kiwi star Jordie Barrett is a big fan of Aussie foe Joseph-Aukuso Suaalii, and he believes chopping and changing positions in the backline will accelerate his progression in rugby.
- Iain Payten
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References from Wallabies help Dave Rennie win All Blacks coaching job
Three years after he was removed as coach of Australia so Eddie Jones could return, Rennie is back in the top job of New Zealand rugby.
- Iain Payten
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Would you watch the Wallabies play in summer? It’s more chance than you think
A radical shake-up of the global calendar – which could see the Wallabies’ Tests in February – is on the agenda of meetings in London this week.
- Iain Payten
At 24, he’s already played for NSW, Queensland, Australia and New Zealand. Meet Joe Brial
The son of Wallabies flanker Michael Brial has had a team-hopping, trans-Tasman upbringing. But while home may be a tricky question to answer, there is no doubt where Joe Brial’s heart is.
- Iain Payten
‘You can’t suddenly swap sides’: Schmidt explains why he said no to All Blacks
Wallabies coach Joe Schmidt has confirmed he had ruled himself out of contention for the New Zealand job, and gave thoughts on how the transitions of Les Kiss and Angus Crichton will work best.
- Iain Payten
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Why a Wallabies-All Blacks blockbuster won’t kick off the 2027 World Cup
Sydney is set to be revealed as the big winner – yet again – when the full draw of the 2027 Rugby World Cup is announced this week.
- Iain Payten
Golden loyalty: Schmidt rules himself out of race for All Blacks job
He is one of the big names being touted to replace Scott Robertson, but Joe Schmidt has made it known his allegiance is to Australia at the 2027 Rugby World Cup.
- Iain Payten
Scott Robertson steps down as All Blacks coach. Could Joe Schmidt replace him?
Player power looks to have cost the New Zealander his job just two years into a four-year term.
- Jonathan Drennan