Jared Wright 15 Oct 2026 Sir John Kirwan: The All Blacks’ ‘sudden’ improvement and Australia’s ‘biggest problem’ Sir John Kirwan believes that the Wallabies have a 'big problem' and hailed the All Blacks' improvements in the first Bledisloe Cup clash. New Zealand
Jared Wright 05 Oct 2026 Sir John Kirwan: What the All Blacks need to replicate without the Springboks on the other side of the park Sir John Kirwan says that he was in awe of the Springboks during Rugby's Greatest Rivalry series. New Zealand
Colin Newboult 15 Sep 2026 Sir John Kirwan: All Blacks losses ‘not a coaching issue’ amid Scott Robertson question but admits Dave Rennie’s side must beat Wallabies The All Blacks legend insists that New Zealand Rugby will not be having any regrets at this stage. New Zealand
Colin Newboult 14 Sep 2026 Deadpan Victor Matfield accuses All Blacks of ‘choosing’ to slow down Baltimore Test Victor Matfield did a very successful job of winding up Sir John Kirwan after the Springboks' 3-1 series success. Rugby's Greatest Rivalry
Colin Newboult 14 Sep 2026 ‘Frustrated’ Sir John Kirwan slams ’14-point turnaround’ call as Springboks ‘definitely’ should have had a yellow card The All Blacks legend went on a rant after Dave Rennie's men succumbed to a 3-1 series defeat to the Springboks. Rugby's Greatest Rivalry
Colin Newboult 08 Sep 2026 Sir John Kirwan states ‘pressure on’ Ruben Love after ‘disappointing’ missed kicks with Richie Mo’unga shadow looming Is this weekend the time Dave Rennie brings Richie Mo'unga into the All Blacks starting line-up? New Zealand
Colin Newboult 07 Sep 2026 Sir John Kirwan’s ‘really cost us’ verdict on Leroy Carter’s defensive errors: ‘You feel like digging a hole’ Following the All Blacks' narrow defeat, there has been a lot of focus on the defensive errors which resulted in two Springboks tries. New Zealand
Colin Newboult 07 Sep 2026 Sir John Kirwan’s honest ‘best team won’ admission as he reveals the ‘difference’ between the Springboks and All Blacks Sir John Kirwan had no complaints this week after the Springboks proved too strong for the All Blacks and went 2-1 up. Rugby's Greatest Rivalry
Colin Newboult 03 Sep 2026 Sir John Kirwan ‘bored to tears’ of watching the Springboks as Victor Matfield snipes back at All Blacks legend Victor Matfield hit back after Sir John Kirwan stated that the Springboks style was 'boring'. Rugby's Greatest Rivalry
Colin Newboult 20 Aug 2026 Sir John Kirwan’s Rassie Erasmus ‘conspiracy theory’ which is ‘pretty sad’ for Greatest Rivalry tour The All Blacks legend reckons that Rassie Erasmus has been passing on instructions to the South African franchises. Rugby's Greatest Rivalry
Jared Wright 11 Aug 2026 Sir John Kirwan ‘prays’ the All Blacks won’t get ‘pedantic’ referees in Springboks series after ‘poor’ officiating in Cape Town Sir John Kirwan has slammed the performance of the match officials in the All Blacks' 38-21 victory over the Stormers. Rugby's Greatest Rivalry
Jared Wright 04 Aug 2026 Sir John Kirwan: All Blacks need ‘heroes’ to beat the Springboks The All Blacks need 'heroes' to overcome the Springboks, according to ex-winger Sir John Kirwan. New Zealand
Jared Wright 28 Jul 2026 Ardie Savea has ‘earned the right’ to a break but All Blacks legend is wary Dave Rennie is making Sir Clive Woodward mistake Sir John Kirwan and Victor Matfield have reacted to the All Blacks coaching team's decision to grant Ardie Savea a rest period. New Zealand
Colin Newboult 21 Jul 2026 Sir John Kirwan: Dave Rennie’s selections made with ‘one eye on Springboks’ as All Blacks have to be ‘brutal’ in South Africa The All Blacks are set to face the biggest physical challenge in the sport when they head to South Africa. New Zealand
Colin Newboult 08 Jul 2026 Sir John Kirwan ‘stoked’ by ‘old style All Blacks flair’ as ‘two game plans’ emerge in Nations Championship Sir John Kirwan reacts to the All Blacks' start under Dave Rennie. New Zealand
Jared Wright 03 Jul 2026 Sir John Kirwan backs ‘Sam Cane-type’ flanker to star following surprise All Blacks selection Sir John Kirwan believes that All Blacks head coach Dave Rennie has hit the right balance for his back-five forwards to face France. New Zealand
Colin Newboult 20 May 2026 Sir John Kirwan claims Richie Mo’unga will ‘for sure’ play in South Africa as Springboks legend predicts Rassie Erasmus-esque ploy from Dave Rennie Sir John Kirwan is convinced NZ Rugby will back down on their Richie Mo'unga verdict. New Zealand
Colin Newboult 19 May 2026 Sir John Kirwan declares Super Rugby ‘over’ as New Zealand needs to get back to ‘tribalism and traditionalism’ Sir John Kirwan has called for radical change in New Zealand and Australia. Super Rugby
Colin Newboult 19 Mar 2026 Sir John Kirwan’s international power rankings after stunning Six Nations and why All Blacks legend is ‘worried’ about the north The All Blacks legend has made some bold choices as he put together his top five. Internationals
Colin Newboult 05 Mar 2026 Sir John Kirwan: Springboks should be ‘shaking in their boots’ after Dave Rennie’s appointment Dave Rennie boasts a very impressive record against the Springboks. New Zealand
Colin Newboult 04 Mar 2026 Sir John Kirwan’s verdict on Dave Rennie appointment as Springboks ‘blamed’ for NZ Rugby decision The All Blacks legend has given his view on the decision to choose Dave Rennie over Jamie Joseph. New Zealand
Colin Newboult 19 Feb 2026 Sir John Kirwan calls ‘bull—-‘ on Super Rugby chief’s South Africa comments as Springboks legend weighs in Super Rugby's CEO caused a stir with his comments about South Africa last week. Super Rugby
Colin Newboult 21 Jan 2026 Sir John Kirwan: I hate to admit it but All Blacks must follow Rassie Erasmus’ lead with Scott Robertson’s successor Will New Zealand Rugby follow the Springboks' example when putting together their next coaching team? New Zealand
Colin Newboult 19 Nov 2025 Sir John Kirwan: Scott Robertson’s All Blacks are just not good enough and it’s really upsetting me Sir John Kirwan gives his verdict on the All Blacks after their defeat to England in London. New Zealand
Colin Newboult 26 Sep 2025 Sir John Kirwan: ‘Rassie Erasmus is not a Springboks coach, he’s a South African god’ Rassie Erasmus' risk-taking has been in complete contrast to Scott Robertson, according to the All Blacks legend. South Africa
Colin Newboult 25 Sep 2025 Sir John Kirwan’s verdict on Scott Barrett captaincy debate as All Blacks legend makes Richie McCaw comparison Sir John Kirwan has weighed in on the All Blacks captaincy debate. New Zealand
Colin Newboult 13 Sep 2025 Sir John Kirwan feeling ‘physically sick’ after Springboks ‘smashed’ the All Blacks Sir John Kirwan was devastated after the All Blacks were hammered by the Springboks. New Zealand
Jared Wright 09 Sep 2025 Springboks legend: ‘The biggest games need the best referee, and we didn’t get it’ Victor Matfield was not pleased by the level of officiating during the clash at Eden Park. South Africa
Jared Wright 27 Aug 2025 Sir John Kirwan: ‘All Blacks were so bad that I’m not actually worried about the Springboks’ Despite dubbing the All Blacks' performance as 'dogsh-t', Sir John Kirwan isn't too worried about the Springboks. New Zealand
Colin Newboult 13 Aug 2025 Victor Matfield: Why the Springboks still struggle for consistency compared to All Blacks and Ireland Victor Matfield insists that the Springboks still struggle with being favourites. South Africa
