Women’s Rugby World Cup 2025: New Zealand’s Title Defense Begins in England

Women’s rugby union in New Zealand is experiencing a remarkable period of growth. Traditionally dominated by men, the sport has evolved into a more inclusive and vibrant space where women are now playing pivotal roles across clubs and competitions nationwide. In a media landscape where headlines often center around high-stakes

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Above: The Hurricanes and Brumbies are competing for the inagural Captain Shout Cup in their fixture in Canberra this weekend. Photo: Hurricanes Facebook By Kevin McCarthy. Thank heavens the Hurricanes have an easy game against the Brumbies in Canberra, and then a patsy at home against the Chiefs. In other words, with

Wellington Premier club rugby teamlists for round 4, 26 April

Round 4 - just the Swindale Shield teamlists below (all line-ups subject to change on match-day). Swindale Shield 2025 Round 4, 26 April 2025 PONEKE () WELLINGTON AXEMEN ( ) Scorers added after match Scorers added after match Pōneke Line-up: 1.Lee Franzoni, 2. Andrew Jones, 3.Elijah Talalupe, 4. Adam McRandle, 5. Maea Tema-Schmitt, 6. Davis Taoipu, 7.