Jared Wright 26 Nov 2024 All Blacks set to bin ‘financial sabbaticals’ in Japan after stars fail to win Sir John Kirwan has revealed that there will be changes to the All Blacks' policy. New Zealand
David Skippers 22 Oct 2024 Sir John Kirwan hits out at countries opposed to 20-minute red card All Blacks legend Sir John Kirwan has hit out at the nations who are against the adoption of the new 20-minute red card. New Zealand
Jared Wright 10 Sep 2024 Sir John Kirwan hails the Springboks who ‘remind’ him of the 2015 All Blacks Sir John Kirwan has hailed the Springboks after Rassie Erasmus' men claimed back-to-back wins over the All Blacks. South Africa
Jared Wright 02 Sep 2024 Springboks v All Blacks: Sir John Kirwan takes a cheeky dig at TMO after ‘great Test match’ Sir John Kirwan couldn't resist. New Zealand
Colin Newboult 28 Aug 2024 Sir John Kirwan to ‘boo’ Springboks Bomb Squad but urges All Blacks ‘to start thinking like South Africa’ Sir John Kirwan pinpoints an absolutely vital area for the All Blacks against the Springboks this weekend. New Zealand
Colin Newboult 26 Aug 2024 Victor Matfield aims light-hearted dig at Sir John Kirwan after All Blacks legend changes tune Sir John Kirwan complained about a lack of scrums in the Argentina defeat, despite previously stating the game is too set-piece-orientated. New Zealand
Colin Newboult 23 Aug 2024 Sir John Kirwan weighs into ‘unbelievable’ All Blacks decision, gives two reasons for Scott Robertson and Leon MacDonald split Sir John Kirwan has praised both Scott Robertson and Leon MacDonald after the latter’s shock All Blacks departure. New Zealand
Colin Newboult 19 Aug 2024 Sir John Kirwan stirs the pot with Rassie Erasmus comments and makes Springboks ‘incredibly strong favourites’ All Blacks great Sir John Kirwan has attempted to ramp up the pressure on Rassie Erasmus and the Springboks. New Zealand
Colin Newboult 13 Aug 2024 Sir John Kirwan can’t see All Blacks ‘competing’ with Springboks after making Australia a ‘kangaroo in the headlights’ Sir John Kirwan is worried that the All Blacks are “under serious threat” from the Springboks. South Africa
Colin Newboult 12 Aug 2024 Sir John Kirwan: Four key areas All Blacks must fix after Scott Robertson’s side ‘became quite predictable’ in shock loss Sir John Kirwan claimed that there were four areas in which the All Blacks fell short against Argentina. New Zealand
Colin Newboult 12 Aug 2024 All Blacks legends blame lack of scrums for ‘throwing us off our game’ After arguing that the current laws don’t suit the All Blacks DNA, their legendary players now want more scrums. New Zealand
Colin Newboult 11 Aug 2024 All Blacks legends left stunned as Scott Robertson’s men ‘outplayed’ by Argentina side that are ‘in the conversation’ Sir John Kirwan, Jeff Wilson and Mils Muliaina reacted to the All Blacks’ shock loss to Argentina. New Zealand
Colin Newboult 05 Aug 2024 Sir John Kirwan explains why All Blacks are facing their ‘hardest’ Rugby Championship ‘in a long time’ It could well be a very tough Rugby Championship for the All Blacks, according to Sir John Kirwan. New Zealand
Colin Newboult 24 Jul 2024 All Blacks legends debate Rieko Ioane’s Test future after ‘lacking’ fundamental skill in England series Rieko Ioane’s All Blacks spot is coming under pressure after his issues in the England series, combined with the emergence of Billy Proctor. New Zealand
Colin Newboult 22 Jul 2024 Sir John Kirwan urges Scott Robertson to implement Ian Foster game plan against Springboks side that ‘couldn’t handle All Blacks pace’ All Blacks greats look ahead to their huge double-header with the Springboks in the Rugby Championship. New Zealand
David Skippers 22 Jul 2024 All Blacks legend questions Ardie Savea’s decision to join Moana Pasifika All Blacks legend Sir John Kirwan has questioned Ardie Savea's decision to join Moana Pasifika. New Zealand
David Skippers 16 Jul 2024 All Blacks legend heaps praise on ‘confident’ Marcus Smith after ‘difficult times’ Sir John Kirwan hailed Marcus Smith's performances for England during their recent series defeat against the All Blacks in New Zealand. England
Colin Newboult 08 Jul 2024 Victor Matfield hits back at Sir John Kirwan’s claim that the Springboks are ‘not the future’ of rugby Victor Matfield had his chance to confront Sir John Kirwan after the All Blacks legend’s controversial comments last week. South Africa
Colin Newboult 01 Jul 2024 All Blacks centurion makes bold selection calls for fly-half and back three slots to match England’s ‘aerial’ game All Blacks great Mils Muliaina has picked his backline and it includes several interesting choices. New Zealand
Colin Newboult 01 Jul 2024 All Blacks legends in heated exchange as Sir John Kirwan claims Springboks style ‘not the future’ of rugby A couple of New Zealand legends got into an argument about the All Blacks and Springboks. New Zealand
Jared Wright 24 Jun 2024 Sir John Kirwan: ‘What more does Hoskins Sotutu need to do to get an All Blacks call?’ Sir John Kirwan has questioned Scott Roberston's decision not to select Hoskins Sotutu. New Zealand
Colin Newboult 12 Jun 2024 Sir John Kirwan tips ‘most improved’ lock as All Blacks bolter ahead of ‘impossible’ task of replacing Brodie Retallick and Sam Whitelock Sir John Kirwan thinks Scott Robertson should look at this youngster as the All Blacks boss seeks to replace Brodie Retallick and Sam Whitelock. New Zealand
Colin Newboult 05 Jun 2024 All Blacks legends: New Zealand Rugby is ‘broken’ as controversial vote puts game at ‘very big risk’ Sir John Kirwan, Jeff Wilson and Mils Muliaina have all come out and criticised the decision not to back the players’ proposal. New Zealand
David Skippers 03 Jun 2024 Sir John Kirwan proposes radical ‘Heineken Cup-style’ competition after Rebels’ Super Rugby Pacific demise Sir John Kirwan has made a radical suggestion for Super Rugby Pacific's format to make up for the impending exit of the Rebels from the competition. Super Rugby
Colin Newboult 22 May 2024 Sir John Kirwan slams New Zealand powerbrokers for ‘holding game to ransom’ amidst civil war threat Sir John Kirwan reacts to the explosive letter which threatens to break the game apart in New Zealand. New Zealand
Colin Newboult 16 May 2024 The in-form star that Sir John Kirwan believes will solve the All Blacks’ lack of ‘X-factor’ All Blacks legend Sir John Kirwan believes Scott Robertson should turn his attentions to a Blues player that is ripping up Super Rugby Pacific. New Zealand
Colin Newboult 15 May 2024 All Blacks legend warns NZR over ‘dangerous’ precedent amid Richie Mo’unga talks All Blacks legend Jeff Wilson has warned New Zealand Rugby following their pursuit of Richie Mo’unga. New Zealand
Dylan Coetzee 29 Apr 2024 ‘I have an issue’ – Ex-All Blacks get behind borderline Samipeni Finau hit as Trans-Tasman spat ensues Former All Blacks defended Samipeni Finau after his debatable tackle against the Waratahs in Super Rugby Pacific last weekend. Chiefs
Colin Newboult 13 Mar 2024 All Blacks legend: England loss ‘proves’ that Ireland’s World Cup disappointment was ‘not a fluke’ Former New Zealand international Jeff Wilson has raised doubts about Ireland following their Six Nations loss to England. Ireland
David Skippers 20 Feb 2024 Sir John Kirwan’s ‘simple solution’ to keep players in New Zealand Sir John Kirwan is backing New Zealand Rugby's policy of not picking overseas based players for Tests and feels he has a solution to work around the issue. Home page
