Will Jordan inks 2027 contract extension with NZR, Crusaders & Tasman
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyWill Jordan has become the latest All Black to re-sign with New Zealand Rugby (NZR) until the end of the 2027 Rugby World Cup cycle. The 25-year-old from Christchurch has also recommitted to the Crusaders...
Anton Lienert-Brown re-signs with NZR, Chiefs, Waikato Rugby
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyAll Blacks midfielder Anton Lienert Brown said there was a sense of unfinished business when he put pen to paper on a deal that will keep him with New Zealand Rugby (NZR) until the end of 2026.The 60-Test...
Neil Powell recruits John Plumtree as Head Coach for the Sharks
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyThe Sharks Director of Rugby, Neil Powell today announced the appointment of the much-loved former Natal player and Sharks coach John Plumtree, who returns to the fold as Head Coach of the senior team.Plumtree...
Damian McKenzie re-signs with NZR, Chiefs & Waikato
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyLess than 24 hours after McKenzie helped the Gallagher Chiefs extend their winning streak to nine games in DHL Super Rugby Pacific, the 28-year-old has shown how much success in New Zealand means to him...
Rieko Ioane signs 2027 contract extension with NZR, Blues and Auckland
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyRieko Ioane will build on his legacy with New Zealand Rugby after signing a four-year contract extension until 2027. The 59-Test All Black has also re-signed with the Blues in DHL Super Rugby Pacific...
New Zealand rushed Robertson appointment, says Hansen
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyNew Zealand would have been better off biding their time before announcing Ian Foster's replacement, according to former head coach Steve Hansen. The All Blacks confirmed on Tuesday that Crusaders...
Scott Robertson appointed All Blacks Head Coach from 2024
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyScott Robertson will become the All Blacks Head Coach from 2024. The 48-year-old father of three was appointed following a robust interview process and will announce further key appointments...
New Zealand Rugby statement on All Blacks Head Coach appointment process
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyThe All Blacks will have a new head coach in 2024 after Ian Foster confirmed he would not be reapplying. Foster’s announcement came five hours after New Zealand Rugby announced the All Blacks...
Return of All Black Sam Whitelock could help Crusaders rebound from loss to Chiefs
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbySam Whitelock didn't ask to be anyone's saviour. Given the way the Crusaders performed last weekend, when the Chiefs pumped them 31-10 at Orangetheory Stadium in Christchurch, the All Blacks test centurion...
Brodie Retallick to play overseas in 2024
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyAll Blacks, Gallagher Chiefs and Hawke’s Bay lock Brodie Retallick will leave New Zealand to continue his stellar career overseas following the 2023 season. The 31-year-old Test centurion has announced...
