Sharpe to hang up boots

Australia’s most capped lock, Nathan Sharpe, will retire from all rugby at the end of the Super Rugby season.

New-look midfield for Highlanders

The injury-hit Highlanders have managed to cobble together a backline that will feature a new-look midfield and the presence of former All Black Hosea Gear for tomorrow’s pre-season game against the Chiefs in Queenstown.

Hammett: Smith will lead ‘Canes

Hurricanes coach Mark Hammett expects skipper Conrad Smith to lead the side out for its opening game of the Super Rugby season.

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ABs dominate Halberg Awards

The All Blacks had a night to remember at the Halberg Awards in Auckland.

Weepu at 10 for Blues

All Blacks halfback Piri Weepu will play first five for the Blues in their pre-season game against the Rebels in Melbourne tomorrow night.

Donald keen to return to NZ

Rugby World Cup-winning All Black pivot Stephen Donald is frustrated with the drab rugby his side is playing and plans to return home when his overseas contract expires.

Crusaders welcome back ABs

A number of the Crusaders’ Rugby World Cup-winning All Blacks will play for the side when it takes on the Hurricanes in a pre-season clash at Mangatainoka this Saturday.

Henry to mentor coaches

Rugby World Cup-winning mentor Sir Graham Henry will coach New Zealand rugby’s top coaches.

Kirwan keen on Ulster gig

Former All Blacks wing John Kirwan has expressed interest in the vacant Ulster coaching job.

Rugby set to shine at Halberg Awards

Rugby looks set to be the big winner at tonight’s Halberg Awards ceremony in Auckland.

This Week's Magazine

Super Rugby special edition

on sale February 2

The 2012 Rugby News Super Rugby magazine is the ultimate guide to the most exciting professional competition in world rugby.
Inside this comprehensive, glossy special edition you’ll find in-depth profiles on all 15 teams, including complete squad listings, history, stats and players to look out for.
We explain how the competition will break new ground this season, and highlight some of the biggest moves in Super Rugby history. Plus there are features on Piri Weepu and Ma’a Nonu, Sonny Bill Williams and David Pocock, amongst others.
Get your copy of the 2012 Rugby News Super Rugby preview magazine today. It’s the only publication you’ll need this season. Look for Piri Weepu on the cover.