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A Wellington v Canterbury final - or will the Kiwi rugby upstarts spring an Air NZ Cup shock?

by James Mortimer

October 13, 2008

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Back to the Futurama for the unwanted Springboks

Our resident South African crusader goes on a Bender as he laments an 'annus horribilis' for the 2007 Rugby World Cup winners...

Rugby Union | September 27, 2008 | Greg Smith | (1) Comments

Taking the pith! The British Lions are up to their old rugby tricks before a ball is kicked in South Africa

The bitter taste of defeat in '74 still rankles with this fervent Springbok fan, who sees worrying signs of the Brits calling the shots – like they used to call '99'.

Rugby Union | September 26, 2008 | Greg Smith | (0) Comments

Air New Zealand Cup: Wellington’s invincibles on the brink of rugby greatness

The 'Log o' Wood' is finally back in the capital after a crushing victory over Auckland, and now the Lions are ready to roar on to a perfect 10 and a well-deserved title.

Rugby Union | September 21, 2008 | James Mortimer | (0) Comments

Move over Six Nations - the Springboks might be ready to join you!

South African rugby is at the crossroads and some people think it might be a better option if the Boks throw their hat in with the European nations rather than keep haggling with the Trans-Tasmanian twins.

Rugby Union | September 20, 2008 | Greg Smith | (2) Comments

Wellington end 26 years of heartbreak to lift Ranfurly Shield

Piri Weepu inspires the Lions to a momentous win over Auckland – now bring on Tasman!

Rugby Union | September 21, 2008 | James Lawler | (0) Comments

Why must we play rugby to the tune of the All Blacks' whistle?

Every World Cup is started with the same whistle - one which is housed in the New Zealand Rugby Museum. Greg Smith just wants to know WHY?

Rugby Union | September 19, 2008 | Greg Smith | (2) Comments

Top Gear the key to Wellington nicking the Ranfurly Shield from Auckland

It's been 26 years since the Hurricanes last held the Log O' Wood. This Saturday they'll get the chance to get their hands on it again at Eden Park.

Rugby Union | September 17, 2008 | James Lawler | (0) Comments

New challenge for Deans as Wallabies seek scrums of comfort

A review of the Australian rugby union team's year so far shows there have been improvements. But this analysis suggests there are still glaring deficiencies in their game...

Rugby Union | September 16, 2008 | James Mortimer | (0) Comments

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