Boks vs All Blacks: Battle of the back-row bruisers

As anticipation mounts for the opening clash of the 2022 Rugby Championship between the Springboks and All Blacks, SA Rugby mag previews the loose-forward showdown.

Blues, Highlanders name lineups for Trans-Tasman final

The Blues have made just one change to their starting XV, while the Highlanders have named an unchanged team for the Trans-Tasman final between the sides at Eden Park in Auckland on Saturday.

Blues’ injuries prompt Ioane recall

Akira Ioane has been included in the Blues starting lineup for their Vodacom Super Rugby Aotearoa match against the Chiefs in Hamilton on Saturday.

Ioane, Cane in All Blacks squad

All Blacks coach Steve Hansen has included Blues No 8 Akira Ioane in an extended 41-man training squad.

Ioane brothers ink long-term deals

Rieko and Akira Ioane have both signed long-term contracts with New Zealand Rugby.