Dylan Coetzee 14 Jun 2022 David Pocock: Wallaby great trades rucks for parliament after being named ACT independent senator Wallaby legend David Pocock has been confirmed as an independent senator in Australia’s Capital Territory by the Electoral Commission. Australia
Dylan Coetzee 14 Jun 2022 Leinster: Andrew Goodman will join the club as an assistant coach as Felipe Contepomi leaves for Argentina New Zealander player Andrew Goodman will replace Felipe Contepomi as assistant coach of Leinster at the start of the 2022/23 URC season. Leinster
Dylan Coetzee 14 Jun 2022 New Zealand: Leicester Fainga’anuku missed his name in the squad announcement but is honoured to earn his first call-up All Black call-up Leicester Fainga’anuku admits he initially missed his name when Ian Foster named his squad but is grateful for the honour. New Zealand
Dylan Coetzee 14 Jun 2022 Super Rugby Pacific: ‘I want to win’ says Luke Romano as he puts history with Crusaders aside Blues second-row Luke Romano will ignore his history at the Crusaders as he sets his sights on yet another Super Rugby title this weekend. Blues
Colin Newboult 13 Jun 2022 Who’s hot and who’s not: Bulls’ epic victory, Danny Care’s England recall and Ethan Blackadder’s injury blow Check who's hot and not following the week's on and off-field action. Who's hot and who's not
Lawrence Nolan 13 Jun 2022 Folau Fakatava: ‘The longest cry I have done in a long time’ Highlanders scrum-half Folau Fakatava was reduced to long-lasting tears after cracking the All Blacks squad that was named on Monday. New Zealand
David Skippers 13 Jun 2022 New Zealand: Roger Tuivasa-Sheck one of six debutants in All Blacks squad Blues inside centre Roger Tuivasa-Sheck has been named in the All Blacks squad amongst six newcomers for July's series against Ireland. New Zealand
Dylan Coetzee 12 Jun 2022 Sunday Social: Dramatic scenes, paying respects and the beautiful game It's our round-up of this week's best social media posts in rugby union. Premiership
Dylan Coetzee 12 Jun 2022 Super Rugby Pacific Team of the Week: Blues and Crusaders dominate after semi-final wins After the first ever Super Rugby Pacific semi-final, Planet Rugby breaks down the key performers from a thrilling weekend of knockout rugby. Super Rugby
Dylan Coetzee 12 Jun 2022 Super Rugby Pacific: Brumbies boss Dan McKellar frustrated by the referee after semi-final loss Dan McKellar was frustrated at some of the calls made by the referee in the Brumbies' Super Rugby Pacific semi-final loss against the Blues. Brumbies
Dylan Coetzee 11 Jun 2022 Super Rugby Pacific highlights: Blues win Eden Park thriller to book a spot in the final Blues claimed a 20-19 victory over the Brumbies in a gripping Super Rugby Pacific semi-final to set up a clash with the Crusaders in the final. Super Rugby
Dylan Coetzee 11 Jun 2022 Super Rugby Pacific: Crusaders hope Pablo Matera will be available for the final after red card against the Chiefs Crusaders boss Scott Robertson hopes Pablo Matera will be available for the Super Rugby Pacific final after being sent off against the Chiefs. Crusaders
David Skippers 10 Jun 2022 Super Rugby Pacific highlights: Crusaders hold off Chiefs to reach final The Crusaders advanced to the inaugural Super Rugby Pacific final courtesy of a 20-7 triumph over the Chiefs in Christchurch on Friday. Super Rugby
David Skippers 10 Jun 2022 Super Rugby Pacific: Michael Wells swaps Melbourne Rebels for Western Force Western Force have announced that they have signed Melbourne Rebels skipper and back-row Michael Wells, who joins on a two-year deal. Western Force
Dylan Coetzee 09 Jun 2022 Super charged: Four teams remain and a clash of the titans Ahead of the last-four of the inaugural Super Rugby Pacific competition we bring you Super charged, Planet Rugby's preview of what to expect. Super Rugby
Dylan Coetzee 09 Jun 2022 Super Rugby Pacific: All Black Ethan Blackadder sidelined for the rest of the year Crusaders and All Blacks back-row Ethan Blackadder has been ruled out for the rest of the year after picking up a serious shoulder injury. Crusaders
Dylan Coetzee 08 Jun 2022 Super Rugby Pacific: Crusaders skipper Scott Barrett excited for massive second-row battle Crusaders captain Scott Barrett is looking forward to a colossal battle in the second row when his side clashes with the Chiefs in the semi-final. Crusaders
Dylan Coetzee 08 Jun 2022 Super Rugby Pacific: Chiefs veteran Sam Cane returns from injury for the semi-finals Chiefs co-captain Sam Cane returns from injury to start from the bench in his side’s semi-final clash against the Crusaders this weekend. Chiefs
Dylan Coetzee 08 Jun 2022 Super Rugby Pacific Team Tracker: Minimal changes across the teams as Tom Christie starts for the Crusaders Check out the Super Rugby Pacific teams ahead of the semi-finals. Super Rugby
Lawrence Nolan 07 Jun 2022 Loose Pass: A great weekend awaits but there’s still room for improvement Loose Pass is here to delve into the major talking points in the sport. Loose Pass
Dylan Coetzee 07 Jun 2022 Super Rugby Pacific: Brumbies looking forward to Eden Park semi-final Brumbies prop James Slipper says they are "licking their lips" at the prospect of facing the Blues in the Super Rugby Pacific semi-final clash. Brumbies
Adam Kyriacou 06 Jun 2022 Who’s hot and who’s not: Ulster and Leinster, European boost for South African teams, another blow for Manu Tuilagi Check who's hot and not following the week's on and off-field action. Who's hot and who's not
Colin Newboult 06 Jun 2022 Super Rugby Pacific: Blues boss Leon MacDonald hails Roger Tuivasa-Sheck’s progress Blues centre and ex-rugby league star Roger Tuivasa-Sheck has been praised by boss Leon MacDonald with how he has adapted to union. Blues
Dylan Coetzee 05 Jun 2022 Super Rugby Pacific Team of the Week: Brilliant Blues dominate selection as Beauden Barrett stars in quarters After the first ever Super Rugby Pacific quarter-finals, Planet Rugby breaks down the key performers from a thrilling weekend of rugby. Super Rugby
Adam Kyriacou 05 Jun 2022 Sunday Social: High class knockout rugby, flying the Super Rugby Pacific flag for Australia and dance moves It's our round-up of this week's best social media posts in rugby union. Super Rugby
Colin Newboult 04 Jun 2022 Super Rugby Pacific highlights: Brumbies keep Australian title hopes alive with win over Hurricanes The Brumbies will take on the Blues in the semi-finals of Super Rugby Pacific after they beat the Hurricanes 35-25 at GIO Stadium on Saturday. Super Rugby
Colin Newboult 04 Jun 2022 Super Rugby Pacific highlights: Beauden Barrett brace helps Blues into the semi-finals The Blues reached the semi-finals in Super Rugby Pacific after they produced another superb display to defeat the Highlanders 35-6. Super Rugby
Colin Newboult 04 Jun 2022 Super Rugby Pacific highlights: Chiefs beat Waratahs to set up Crusaders semi-final The Chiefs will take on the Crusaders in the Super Rugby Pacific semi-finals after they overcame the Waratahs 39-15 in Hamilton on Saturday. Super Rugby
Colin Newboult 04 Jun 2022 Super Rugby Pacific: Ethan Blackadder injury concern for Crusaders and All Blacks Crusaders head coach Scott Robertson admits that Ethan Blackadder is likely to miss the rest of the season after he suffered a shoulder injury. Crusaders
Colin Newboult 03 Jun 2022 Super Rugby Pacific highlights: Crusaders pull away from Reds to reach semi-finals Crusaders moved into the Super Rugby Pacific last-four after beating an injury-hit Reds team 37-15 in the quarter-final clash in Christchurch. Super Rugby