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    Twelve years after he last played against the Lions - and three years after his last Test - veteran playmaker James O'Connor has won a stunning recall to the Wallabies squad for an historic second shot against the best of Britain and Ireland
     12 July 2025
    Twelve years after he last played against the Lions - and three years after his last Test - veteran playmaker James O'Connor has won a stunning recall to the Wallabies squad for an historic second shot against the best of Britain and Ireland
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    A simple game plan for the All Blacks in tomorrow's second test against France
    11 Jul: A simple game plan for the All Blacks in tomorrow's second test against France... more
    A late injury-enforced change for the All Blacks
    11 Jul: A late injury-enforced change for the All Blacks... more
    Patrick Tuipulotu can't wait to lock down alongside Fabian Holland in the All Blacks scrum, in tomorrow's second test against France in Wellington
    11 Jul: Patrick Tuipulotu can't wait to lock down alongside Fabian Holland in the All Blacks scrum, in tomorrow's second test against France in Wellington... more
    Rugby headgear can’t prevent concussion – but new materials could soften the blows over a career
    11 Jul: Research suggests new headgear could reduce the overall collision ‘burden’ on players over a season or career, with potential benefits for long-term brain health.... more
    All Blacks coach Scott Robertson is determined to have more success in the air against France during Saturday's second test in Wellington
    10 Jul: All Blacks coach Scott Robertson is determined to have more success in the air against France during Saturday's second test in Wellington... more
    Scott Robertson is backing wing Caleb Clarke to find his mojo in the second test against France in Wellington on Saturday
    10 Jul: Scott Robertson is backing wing Caleb Clarke to find his mojo in the second test against France in Wellington on Saturday... more
    Former junior Australian gymnast Waiaria Ellis is set to become the second youngest Test debutante in Wallaroos history after being named to face New Zealand in Wellington on Saturday
    10 Jul: Former junior Australian gymnast Waiaria Ellis is set to become the second youngest Test debutante in Wallaroos history after being named to face New Zealand in Wellington on Saturday... more
    The British and Irish Lions' most recent match against the Brumbies is squarely in focus as the two teams get set to square off in Canberra tonight
    9 Jul: The British and Irish Lions' most recent match against the Brumbies is squarely in focus as the two teams get set to square off in Canberra tonight... more
    British and Irish Lions coach Andy Farrell insists the team they've named to play the Brumbies is subject to change ahead of the first test against the Wallabies
    9 Jul: British and Irish Lions coach Andy Farrell insists the team they've named to play the Brumbies is subject to change ahead of the first test against the Wallabies... more

     Most Popular Recent Rugby News
     21 Jun: The Crusaders are wary of losing momentum in tonight's Super Rugby final showdown against the Chiefs in Christchurch ++++++++++++
     21 Jun: The British and Irish Lions have had a brutal reality check ahead of their Australian rugby tour...and coach Andy Farrell is both relieved AND disappointed +++++++++++
     08 Jul: All Blacks assistant coach Scott Hansen has responded to TMO interference by laying a challenge at the foot of his team ahead of test two against France in Wellington on Saturday +++++++++++
     28 Jun: The Maori All Blacks are adamant they will overcome a lack of preparation and perform with credit against a top-class Japan XV in Tokyo tonight +++++++++++
     06 Jul: Scott Robertson is praising the impact of the All Blacks' four debutants in their scratchy 31-27 win over France in Dunedin +++++++++++
     19 Jun: The Crusaders have rolled out some of their greats for final words of advice heading in Saturday's Super Rugby final against the Chiefs in Christchurch +++++++++++
     02 Jul: The Maori All Blacks are making some strategic adjustments as they prepare to host Scotland in Whangarei on Saturday ++++++++++

     Rugby NewsLinks
      19 Jul: Norsewear’s ‘cheeky’ open letter to new zealand rugby union pushes for wool beanies over synthetic materials (NZ Herald)
      19 Jul: The three problem areas the all blacks need to clear up for rugby championship (Stuff.co.nz)
      18 Jul: Wool meets rugby: norsewear open letter sparks talks with nz rugby (RadioNZ)
      18 Jul: Nrl: warriors boss cameron george addresses speculation around new zealand rugby role (NZ Herald)
      18 Jul: Lions block wallaby from playing in first nations & pasifika xv (Sydney Morning Herald)
      18 Jul: Referee abuse: sporting bodies highlight concerns for match officials, alarming figures for new zealand rugby (NZ Herald)
      18 Jul: 'first priority should be samoa or tonga' - pacific rugby players choose club over country (RadioNZ)
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