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Focus Sport: Black Ferns assistant coaches speak to media

Black Ferns assistant coaches, Whitney Hansen and Wesley Clarke speak to the media ahead of the Rugby World Cup. Video / NZ Herald

The sparkplug igniting the Black Ferns

Kendra Reynolds is set to play a major role at this month's women's Rugby World Cup.

Key All Black signs long term deal

Another All Black has officially put pen to paper on a new deal.

What England learned from 2017 World Cup loss to Black Ferns

'I genuinely believe that it's the most competitive World Cup that there has ever been.'

Paul Lewis: The intriguing All Blacks XV selection facing Foster

Some of those on the 'feeder fifteen' tour will have to grab their chance – or melt away.

Top of the props: New coach runs rule over 'sensitive' All Blacks front rowers

Jason Ryan believes young All Blacks Tyrel Lomax and Ethan de Groot can become great props

Rugby: Former Whanganui players shine on South African tour

The hallowed turf of Ellis Park is up next for the touring NZ Under-19 side.

'It's just so cool for Whangārei to have the Rugby World Cup'

The World Cup kicks off this Saturday and Northland Kauri player Tui McGeorge can't wait.

Rugby: Comeback road win books Whanganui a semi spot

The visitors recovered after going down early to win 49-28 and book a Meads Cup semifinal.

Phil Gifford: Public apology to Quinn Tupaea would go a long way

Opinion: The reputation of rugby would be improved if Swain apologised, writes Gifford.

Editorial: Darcy Swain took physical contest too far

OPINION: Our editorial on the illegal act that nobbled All Black Quinn Tupaea.

Games, events and performances: What you need to know about the Rugby World Cup

'This will foster the next generation of Black Ferns.'

Clinical Magpies set to march on at expense of Mako

Hawke's Bay have secured the result they needed to put one foot in the NPC quarter-finals.

Tickled pink! Gemma and Richie McCaw announce third baby on way

The delighted couple and their children wore matching pink hues in the photo.

Doomed to fail: Principals hit back at NZR's attempt to take-over schools rugby

NZR is making its move to take control of school's rugby, but not everyone is happy.

Strong demand for ticket sales for Whangārei Rugby World Cup games

Women's rugby teams to enjoy non-match activities in Northland during their stay.

'Maybe this is not my year': Black Ferns co-captain opens up on freak injury

Simon suffered a dislocated patella, torn calf muscle, and ligament damage while training.

Gregor Paul: Why female rugby players continue to endure 'living hell'

Opinion: Women's rugby needs to find a way for the athlete to usurp the administrator.