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New Zeland flanker Shannon Frizell suffered a leg injury during last week's win over Australia in Sydney and will be sidelined for at least a month

Three All Black forwards out of Nations Championship Tests

New Zealand Rugby has confirmed that forwards Samisoni Taukei'aho, Shannon Frizell, and Tyrel Lomax will miss the upcoming Nations Championship Tests due to injury.

New Zealand coach Dave Rennie hailed his team's "character and courage" after two decisive victories over Australia

All Blacks back on track after SA wake-up

New Zealand responded emphatically to their series defeat against South Africa by crushing Australia 43-21 in Sydney, highlighted by a masterclass first half and two tries from Beauden Barrett.

Samoa lock Theo McFarland  SAMEER AL-DOUMY/AFP

Samoa's McFarland welcomes 'massive' arrival of ex-All Blacks for World Cup run-in

Samoa forward Theo McFarland hails the arrival of former All Blacks Shaun Stevenson, Akira Ioane, and Josh Ioane as a major boost ahead of the next Rugby World Cup.

Ben Donaldson of Australia looks on after the Bledisloe Cup loss to New Zealand at Eden Park in Auckland on October 10, 2026.

Kiss tells Wallabies to 'return fire' after first loss as coach

Wallabies coach Les Kiss has urged his team to bounce back in Sydney after their unbeaten start came to a halt with a 50-19 defeat against the All Blacks at Eden Park.

Quinn Tupaea of New Zealand celebrates with fans after the team won the Bledisloe Cup against Australia at Eden Park in Auckland on Saturday

All Blacks learn from 'failed' Springboks series to punish Wallabies

New Zealand responded to their recent South Africa defeat by thrashing Australia 50-19 at Eden Park, retaining the Bledisloe Cup and stretching their unbeaten fortress streak to 54 matches.

Former SA captain Dean Elgar talks with Kagiso Rabada

Why Dean Elgar expects SA to overcome Australia

Former captain Dean Elgar reflects on the fiery South Africa versus Australia cricket rivalry, the fallout of Sandpapergate, and the Proteas' chances in their upcoming home Test series.