Rugby: All Blacks lock Sam Whitelock commits to NZ Rugby for three more years
9 years ago by New Zealand HeraldKey All Blacks lock Sam Whitelock has re-signed with New Zealand Rugby, the Crusaders and Canterbury Rugby through to 2020."When I considered whether my immediate playing future was here in New Zealand...
Steve Borthwick backs Dylan Hartley to bounce back strong from Lions setback
9 years ago by Talking Rugby UnionEngland forwards coach Steve Borthwick has backed Northampton Saints hooker Dylan Hartley to bounce back hard after he was omitted from the 41-man British and Irish Lions squad for the upcoming tour of...
Talking Points from British and Irish Lions squad selection for New Zealand tour
9 years ago by Talking Rugby UnionWith the much anticipated British and Irish Lions squad for the upcoming tour of New Zealand unveiled on Wednesday by head coach Warren Gatland, we take a look at few of the key points from the announcement.
Whitelock signs NZ Rugby deal
9 years ago by Sky Sports RugbyLock Sam Whitelock has spurned the chance to play overseas and re-signed with New Zealand Rugby until 2020.
All-rounder Farrell reminds McCaw of legend Carter
9 years ago by The Rugby PaperRichie McCaw believes Owen Farrell is turning into a Northern Hemisphere version of Dan Carter. McCaw, a double World Cup-winning captain, was on the wrong end of Farrell’s boot when the All Blacks went...
Number analysis on British and Irish Lions tour of New Zealand
9 years ago by Talking Rugby UnionSam Warburton will lead a 41-man squad for British and Irish Lions tour of New Zealand in June and July.
Sam Whitelock commits to Crusaders and All Blacks through 2020
9 years ago by Ultimate RugbyNew Zealand Rugby, the Crusaders and Canterbury Rugby have secured the signature of the most capped All Black lock, Samuel Whitelock, with the Crusaders captain extending his contract through to 2020. “When...
Comparison of 2017 Lions squad as compared to previous tours
9 years ago by Talking Rugby UnionHead coach Warren Gatland announced a 41-man squad for the British and Irish Lions tour of New Zealand that kicks-off in June.
Rugby: Dylan Hartley, Scotland rugby biggest losers from Lions selection
9 years ago by New Zealand HeraldAnother hotly anticipated squad announcement for the British and Irish Lions have thrown up familiar tales of woe for England captain Dylan Hartley and Scottish rugby.England supplied 16 players to an...
British & Irish Lions: Scots should feel let down by squad, says Jim Telfer
9 years ago by BBC Rugby NewsFormer British and Irish Lions head coach Jim Telfer criticises the lack of Scots in the squad for the tour to New Zealand.
