Kirwan warns Ponga
Newcastle Knights superstar needs to play rugby for two years to crack the All Blacks, believes Sir John Kirwan.
Blues change kickoff time
Coronavirus measures in Japan have resulted in the Super Rugby schedule being changed to help Sunwolves.
Nadolo off to England
Leicester Tigers coach expects club's fans to soon be chanting the Fijian flyer's name as the giant wing arrives from France.
Blues turnaround for real?
OPINION: The Blues need saluting for their two wins in South Africa. But how will they fare against the Hurricanes?
Pivac told 'stop criticising refs'
Sir Clive Woodward warns Wales coach it's harder to debrief after defeats "when excuses have been made''.
Sporting bodies lash freedom bill
Sporting codes in Australia fear a repeat of situations like the Israel Folau saga under the proposed legislation.
Super Rugby team of the week
OPINION: The All Blacks want to unearth another No 8 this year and the early signs are pointing towards the Blues' Hoskins Sotutu.
No 'hobby farmers' for RA
Cracks are appearing in the unity of Australian Super Rugby franchises as deadline draws near on board nominations.
Chiefs told to get heads in the game
Chiefs to get more physical in warmup, but coaching staff feel it's upstairs where players need to adjust most to combat slow starts.
Crusaders welcome back Barrett
The dreadful leg injury suffered by James Lentjes hasn't forced the Crusaders to urgently adjust their technique when cleaning opponents out of rucks.
Gatland backed to lead England
Eddie Jones yet to commit future and Chiefs coach would be "safest hands" to take his job, says English RWC winner.
Ex-Canes lock punches out
Sam Lousi facing a lengthy ban after an extraordinary attack rarely seen today in rugby.
Angst over Six Nations TV report
The northern hemisphere's flagship international rugby competition set to go behind paywall, according to report.
NZ sevens into quarters
The NZ sevens team topped their pool in Los Angeles, and will meet France in their knockout match on Monday.
Kiwi innovation can boost rugby
OPINION: New Zealand's weight-restricted competition can help bring more skills back to rugby.
Savea and league a good match
OPINION: For Savea to switch in honour of his family and heritage, would represent a remarkable change for the better.
Sporting bodies lash freedom bill
Sporting codes in Australia fear a repeat of situations like the Israel Folau saga under the proposed legislation.
Why Savea switch poses 'risk'
One of the last All Blacks who converted to league has reservations about Ardie Savea's possible code switch.
How Savea would break the mould
ANALYSIS: Rugby to league switch would be unique as it bucks the trend of code hoppers in the modern era.
Ponga needs much more time
OPINION: Kalyn Ponga would be seventh, at best, in ABs fullback pecking order for 2023.
NZR opens door to private equity
Rugby is in listening mode as it ponders how to fund the game and NZR CEO Mark Robinson admits private equity could be part of that.
Sevens speedster's new lease on life
A cruel string of injuries could have ended Shiray Kaka's sevens career. Now she's back in the Black Ferns.
Ferns fizzing to fight for 'Nancy'
When New Zealand hosts the Rugby World Cup in 2021, it will mean so much to past and present Black Ferns.
Halberg Awards: Our picks
OPINION: The Stuff sports team make their picks ahead of the Halberg Awards.
Hamilton Women's Sevens: Live match centre
Play-by-play commentary from all the matches at the Hamilton Sevens at Waikato Stadium.
Women's RWC a defining moment
Next year's World Cup in New Zealand could leave a lasting legacy for the sport.
England star trolled by Cup winner
Chirpy Springbok halfback winds up his club team-mate over World Cup result.
Boks bid to create RWC legacy
Following the Springboks' iconic victory in Japan, rugby must help tackle the country's many social issues.
Rugby World Cup controversies
OPINION: Typhoons, a record number of red and yellow cards and cranky coaches. The Rugby World Cup in Japan didn't disappoint.
Gatland backed to lead England
Eddie Jones yet to commit future and Chiefs coach would be "safest hands" to take his job, says English RWC winner.
Ex-Canes lock punches out
Sam Lousi facing a lengthy ban after an extraordinary attack rarely seen today in rugby.
Angst over Six Nations TV report
The northern hemisphere's flagship international rugby competition set to go behind paywall, according to report.
Wallabies target another coach
Australian rugby officials have eyes on Brumbies coach and a succession plan to replace Kiwi Dave Rennie.
Crusaders welcome back Barrett
The dreadful leg injury suffered by James Lentjes hasn't forced the Crusaders to urgently adjust their technique when cleaning opponents out of rucks.
Gatland backed to lead England
Eddie Jones yet to commit future and Chiefs coach would be "safest hands" to take his job, says English RWC winner.
MacDonald: We got this right
The travelling Blues have now won three straight on the road and are right back in the playoff race.
Van Wyk pinching himself
South African winger never thought he'd be playing for a NZ team. Now he has a hat-trick on debut.
"Devil will be in the detail''
New Zealand Rugby is preparing for a major overhaul, but just what it means for the sport in Southland is yet to be confirmed.
Return of afternoon rugby
The lights at TET Stadium are not up to broadcast quality so all the Bulls' home games will be played on a Saturday or Sunday at 2:05pm.
Rugby Southland boss confirmed
The man behind organising the 2018 All Blacks test in Nelson has been appointed Rugby Southland's new general manager.
Rugby Park, what is needed?
Report: Rugby Park is under-uitilised, maintenance is becoming unaffordable and investment has been adhoc.
NZ sevens into quarters
The NZ sevens team topped their pool in Los Angeles, and will meet France in their knockout match on Monday.
Ahki back to bolster Black Ferns
Experienced players return to boost Black Ferns' Tokyo Olympic Games options.
Hong Kong Sevens to be postponed
The Hong Kong Sevens is the latest event to be impacted by the fast-spreading viral infection.
Another sevens title for NZ
Wonderful winning streak continues as NZ women beat Canada in another decider.