New Zealand Rugby CEO Tew steps down

New Zealand Rugby chief executive Steve Tew has announced he will stand down at the end of this year, bringing an end to his 12-year term in the role.

Handle with care

This year’s World Cup is expected to be one of the most open in years and it could come down to which team best manages the workload of their players leading into the tournament, writes GREGOR PAUL.

Hansen backs SBW for World Cup

All Blacks coach Steve Hansen says the injury-prone Sonny Bill Williams would be an automatic selection if he regains full fitness in time for the World Cup.

Hansen: Inconsistencies in officiating

All Blacks coach Steve Hansen says that there have been noticeable refereeing inconsistencies in matches involving South African sides during this Vodacom Super Rugby season.

Naholo to ditch New Zealand rugby

All Blacks and Highlanders wing Waisake Naholo will join London Irish at the end of the year.

Injury blow for All Blacks star

All Blacks and Highlanders fullback Ben Smith has been ruled out for up to eight weeks with a hamstring injury.

Whitelock extends NZ contract

All Blacks lock Sam Whitelock has signed a four-year extension that will see him stay in New Zealand after a Japanese sabbatical.

Mo’unga inks new three-year deal

Talented flyhalf Richie Mo’unga has re-signed with New Zealand Rugby for a further three years.

Throwback Thursday: ’95 World Cup final

Following the unveiling of the Boks’ new jersey in a World Cup year, we take a look back at the historic 1995 success in the final against the All Blacks.

McKenzie to miss World Cup

All Blacks utility back Damian McKenzie has been ruled out of the World Cup with an ACL injury.