Lawrence Nolan 16 Apr 2025 Johnny Sexton ‘can’t be too chuffed’ as Irish rivals hit out at Rieko Ioane signing for Leinster Ioane infamously verbally clashed on the pitch with Johnny Sexton following New Zealand’s Rugby World Cup 2023 quarter-final victory in Paris. Leinster
Colin Newboult 16 Apr 2025 Leinster land ANOTHER All Blacks star as Rieko Ioane makes stunning move to replace Jordie Barrett Leinster continue to splash the cash with Rieko Ioane effectively replacing Jordie Barrett at the Irish province next year. Leinster
Colin Newboult 03 Apr 2025 All Blacks great urges Scott Robertson to make big Rieko Ioane call with ‘Conrad Smith-like’ centre lurking Another All Blacks great has weighed in on the Rieko Ioane conundrum. New Zealand
Colin Newboult 26 Mar 2025 Rieko Ioane makes ‘100 per cent’ All Blacks prediction for Blues star who is ‘one of the most gifted attackers I’ve seen’ Rieko Ioane has backed his Blues team-mate for an All Blacks call-up. New Zealand
Colin Newboult 26 Mar 2025 Ex-All Black offers ‘world-class’ alternative following Rieko Ioane ‘frustration’ but slams critics who ‘relish getting into’ the centre Rieko Ioane has come in for some criticism following the Blues' poor start in 2025. New Zealand
Colin Newboult 24 Mar 2025 Justin Marshall claims Blues made ‘unhealthy’ decision with ‘ineffective’ Rieko Ioane as pressure ‘ramps up’ on Scott Robertson Questions are being raised about Rieko Ioane's Test prospects following the Blues' struggles this year. New Zealand
David Skippers 21 Dec 2024 The finest, funniest and most memorable rugby quotes of 2024 including some gems from Rassie Erasmus, Johnny Sexton, Rieko Ioane and more Funny, serious and memorable; we have picked out the best quotes in the rugby world from the past year. There's some gems in this collection. Internationals
Louis Chapman Coombe 23 Nov 2024 All Blacks player ratings v Italy: ‘Deadly’ back ‘up to his usual tricks’ in ‘clunky’ win Our All Blacks player ratings from their win over Italy. New Zealand
Jared Wright 09 Nov 2024 Rieko Ioane claps back at Johnny Sexton in cheeky social media post after All Blacks’ victory over Ireland Rieko Ioane has taken another swipe at Johnny Sexton after the All Blacks win over Ireland. Internationals
Colin Newboult 08 Nov 2024 ‘This is box office stuff!’ – Rieko Ioane LEADS All Blacks haka for first time after being booed by crowd following Johnny Sexton spat There was another thrilling haka as All Blacks star Rieko Ioane took centre stage against Ireland. New Zealand
Jared Wright 07 Nov 2024 Ireland v All Blacks preview: Andy Farrell’s men to ‘exact revenge’ and maintain their winning record in rugby’s great ‘modern-day rivalry’ Our preview of the Autumn Nations Series clash between Ireland and the All Blacks at Aviva Stadium in Dublin. Internationals
Colin Newboult 07 Nov 2024 All Blacks legend weighs in on Johnny Sexton-Rieko Ioane spat as he believes ‘hatred’ will ‘add spice’ The spat between Johnny Sexton and Rieko Ioane provides an intriguing subplot going into the Ireland v All Blacks clash on Friday. Internationals
David Skippers 07 Nov 2024 Andy Farrell’s blunt verdict on Johnny Sexton-Rieko Ioane spat – ‘That’s what everyone wants’ Andy Farrell has given his view on the impact of the spat between ex-Ireland captain Johnny Sexton and All Blacks centre Rieko Ioane ahead of the sides' Test at the Aviva Stadium on Saturday. Ireland
Jared Wright 01 Nov 2024 England v All Blacks combined XV: Marcus Smith features but New Zealand dominate Close calls all around as we select our combined XV ahead of the crunch clash at Allianz Stadium, Twickenham between England and New Zealand. Internationals
Jared Wright 16 Oct 2024 ‘Still a lot of respect that we need to show’ – Scott Robertson weighs in on Johnny Sexton-Rieko Ioane spat Scott Robertson says he had a discussion with Rieko Ioane ahead of the clash with Ireland. New Zealand
Colin Newboult 09 Oct 2024 Johnny Sexton reveals his ‘shock’ as Ireland legend reacts to Rieko Ioane’s taunts Johnny Sexton has spoken publicly for the first time since his new autobiography caused a stir. Ireland
Adam Kyriacou 07 Oct 2024 Who’s hot and who’s not: Lions wow and Premiership thrillers, France A v All Blacks and the Sexton-Ioane spat Check who's hot and not following the week's on and off-field action. Who's hot and who's not
Jared Wright 03 Oct 2024 Johnny Sexton v Rieko Ioane and rugby’s most infamous chirps, trash talk and sledges ever We take a look at some of the most infamous spats, chirps and sledges in rugby. Internationals
Dylan Coetzee 03 Oct 2024 Planet Rugby readers: Johnny Sexton ‘going for Christmas book sales’ as feud with Rieko Ioane continues Planet Rugby readers shared their thoughts on the feud between Johnny Sexton and Rieko Ioane. Internationals
Jared Wright 03 Oct 2024 Johnny Sexton’s ex-teammate hits out at ‘as low as you can get’ Rieko Ioane comments James Tracy has hit out at Rieko Ioane for his comments towards Johnny Sexton after the Rugby World Cup quarter-final. Ireland
Colin Newboult 03 Oct 2024 ‘In your head’ – Rieko Ioane taunts Johnny Sexton as All Blacks star brutally hits back at Ireland legend Rieko Ioane has responded to Johnny Sexton after extracts of the former fly-half’s book reopened their Rugby World Cup feud. New Zealand
Jared Wright 02 Oct 2024 Israel Dagg’s brutal response after Johnny Sexton exposes ‘fake-humble’ All Blacks and their ‘no d***heads policy’ Israel Dagg has fired back at Johnny Sexton after his criticism of the All Blacks and spat with Rieko Ioane at the Rugby World Cup. New Zealand
Colin Newboult 30 Sep 2024 Johnny Sexton slams ‘fake-humble f****r’ Rieko Ioane as Ireland legend opens up on Rugby World Cup rant Johnny Sexton has addressed his rant at Rieko Ioane after their Rugby World Cup exit. Ireland
David Skippers 25 Sep 2024 All Blacks v Wallabies: Predicted line-up as Scott Robertson opts for star playmaker with ‘rich pedigree’ Here is our best bet at a potential All Blacks line-up to face their trans-Tasman rivals the Wallabies in Wellington on Saturday. New Zealand
Jared Wright 21 Sep 2024 All Blacks player ratings: ‘Special talent’ Wallace Sititi produces another stunner as bench ‘fails’ in Bledisloe Cup blockbuster Our All Blacks player ratings after the 28-31 victory over Australia in the Bledisloe Cup. New Zealand
Louis Chapman Coombe 07 Sep 2024 All Blacks player ratings v Springboks: ‘Devasting’ rookie shines but Razor’s men ‘blown away’ by Bok Bomb Squad Our All Blacks player ratings are in. New Zealand
Jared Wright 05 Sep 2024 All Blacks team winners and losers as Scott Robertson starts ‘superstar’ in his ‘best position’ while ‘luckless’ star misses Springboks Test Our winners and losers from Scott Robertson's All Blacks team selection to face the Springboks. New Zealand
Jared Wright 05 Sep 2024 All Blacks team: Scott Robertson swings the axe with bold changes as Will Jordan shifts positions for second Springboks Test Scott Robertson has named his All Blacks to tackle the Springboks in Cape Town. New Zealand
Louis Chapman Coombe 03 Sep 2024 Springboks v All Blacks: Five selection headaches Scott Robertson faces ahead of Cape Town clash Scott Robertson faces plenty of tough calls this week. New Zealand
Louis Chapman Coombe 29 Aug 2024 All Blacks: Scott Robertson reveals key reasons for the return of ‘big Test veteran’ Sam Cane Sam Cane is back in the All Blacks starting XV for the first time since the World Cup final. New Zealand
