London Irish confirm signing of New Zealand prop Ben Franks
1 decade ago by The Guardian• Franks was part of All Blacks World Cup-winning squad in 2011• Tom Coventry appointed head coach of London IrishLondon Irish have announced the signing of New Zealand World Cup winner Ben Franks.Prop...
Waikato hammer Wellington to claim Sevens crown
1 decade ago by ESPN ScrumWaikato have claimed the national sevens title in Rortorua with an emphatic 38-19 win over defending champions Wellington on Sunday
Rugby Banter Page weekly round up
1 decade ago by Rugby Banter PageMonday 12th December: Ben Franks To Join London Irish Post World Cup, Per Reports: Versatile All Blacks prop Ben Franks is tipped to join British club London Irish after this year's World Cup.Reports in...
Hurricanes 2015 Super Rugby preview
1 decade ago by TheRoar.com.auIn the 2014 ITM Cup the Wellington Lions suffered their worst season in 134 years. Despite the embarrassing results, there was no real accountability from the Lions coaching staff. Head coach Chris Boyd...
Olympic qualifying returns in Wellington
1 decade ago by IRBThe HSBC Sevens World Series continues in New Zealand with round four taking place in Wellington and crucial series points on offer.
Wellington ranked among world's best cities
1 decade ago by Lions RugbyWellington, the scene of the British & Irish Lions' finest hour on New Zealand soil, has been named among the top 10 cities to visit in 2015.
All Black XV: The best of the one-Test wonders
1 decade ago by TheRoar.com.auThe greatest All Black XV to have only played one Test match was a tough side to name and is a good bar debate. 15. Gerald Kember – Test Cap v South Africa, 1970; Lost: 17-20 Gerald Kember played for...
The Hobbit trilogy draws thousands to New Zealand
1 decade ago by Lions RugbyAs well as boasting the world's leading rugby team, New Zealand has as much to offer off the pitch as on it. And this summer those in Wellington will have a rare opportunity to see the artistry behind...
Wellington College's handful of tries sees off Downshire
1 decade ago by Belfast Telegraph: RugbyWellington College qualified for the second round of the Danske Bank Medallion Shield with a five tries to three, 29-15 victory over Downshire at Carolan Road.
Rookies schooled on Super Rugby
1 decade ago by TVNZ New ZealandIt was a short, sharp introduction into Super Rugby for a few of the competitions rookies in Wellington today
