New Zealand

New Zealand never had an aura, says Jones

England boss Eddie Jones is at it again in the press ahead of his side’s big clash against the All Blacks, this time suggesting that the aura surrounding the latter is, and always has been, nothing...

"We want to finish strong" | TJ Perenara & Rieko Ioane Press Conference (London)

TJ Perenara and Rieko Ioane speak to the media ahead of their Healthspan Elite Northern Tour clash with England.  

Les Elder announces retirement

Former Bay of Plenty, Chiefs Manawa and Black Ferns captain Les Elder has today announced her retirement from rugby.   Elder first debuted for the Black Ferns in 2015 and was part of the 2017 Rugby...

England v New Zealand Key Battles: Dual playmakers and lineout leaders

Eddie Jones and Ian Foster have named their lineups for Saturday's blockbuster clash between England and New Zealand at Twickenham.     It's been an indifferent year for both sides...

Brodie Retallick named to play 100th Test in clash with England

All Blacks selectors Ian Foster, Joe Schmidt and Jason Ryan have named Brodie Retallick for his 100th All Blacks Test, against England at Twickenham.   The 31-year-old will become the 12th All...

England team announcement: England v New Zealand

Eddie Jones has named the England team who will play New Zealand at Twickenham Stadium on Saturday (5.30pm KO).  Captain Owen Farrell will make his 100th appearance for England at inside centre. ...

Scotland stalwart Richie Gray slapped with ban

Scotland stalwart Richie Gray has been handed a 3-week ban following Scotland’s defeat to the All Blacks in Edinburgh last weekend.   A statement from the hearing read: “Scotland lock...

Erasmus focusing on light at the end of the tunnel

Springbok boss Rassie Erasmus is electing to stay positive in the wake of two losses from as many encounters during their Autumn Nations Series campaign thus far.   The Boks kicked off the tour...

Codie Taylor & Jase Ryan preview England Test | Press Conference (London)

Eddie Jones has retained a 25-player squad for England’s match against New Zealand

England will take on the All Blacks at Twickenham Stadium on Saturday 19 November (5.30pm KO). Joe Cokanasiga is unavailable for selection after suffering an ankle injury in England’s 52-13...