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Reports: Eddie Jones to return as Japan coach

Eddie Jones left his post as Wallabies head coach less than two months ago.

NPC's top point scorer signs in US after Super Rugby omission

McClutchie was a mysterious omission from teams in Super Rugby Pacific.

Red cards to late nights: Rugby's worst moments in 2023

Analysis: The dumbest, lamest and most embarrassing bits from the 2023 season.

Captain's call: The tough All Blacks decision facing Scott Robertson

New All Blacks coach likely to consider key leadership change.

Phil Gifford: Alan Jones was bad, but not the most obnoxious rugby person I've met

OPINION: For sheer unadulterated, relentless thuggery, one rugby man stands out.

Japanese Rugby league featuring ABs megastars awaits NZ broadcaster

Sky TV chose not to broadcast the league's third edition despite gaining media rights.

Tributes flow as high school closes

After almost six decades of education, the Waikato secondary school has closed.

Hawke's Bay front-rower to prop-up ailing Sharks

Magpies diaspora spreads across rugby globe.

The best sports encounters of 2023

Our experts discuss their favourite sports matches of 2023.

World Cup final TMO retires after online abuse

A “torrent of criticism and abuse online” led him to the decision.

Chris Rattue: Why are New Zealand's media pundits so timid?

Chris Rattue runs through the best and worst from the sporting weekend.

Reflecting on an All Blacks career that almost was

Although Quarrie retired from rugby at 28, he had many great experiences.

Barrett signs big deal to stay in New Zealand

Beauden Barrett could be around for another shot at the World Cup.

Heartbreak for sevens sides in Dubai

The Black Ferns Sevens were denied in a thriller.

Phil Gifford: The seven biggest talking points from the year in rugby

Phil Gifford on Ian Foster, Scott Robertson, Eddie Jones, Ardie Savea and more.

Paul Lewis: Difficult question surrounds English rugby star's mental health break

OPINION: When does criticism stray into harmful harassment?

Wayne Barnes opens up on Hansen F-bomb, 'serial cheat' Richie McCaw

The controversial referee reveals interactions with the former ABs coach in his new book.

Gregor Paul: The hidden truth behind All Blacks' eligibility dilemma

OPINION: The rule has served the All Blacks well, but is it time for change?