Conrad Smith, Fri 18th Feb 2011 at Westpac StadiumThe Hurricanes have today confirmed Conrad Smith will lead the team out for their round one Investec Super Rugby clash against the Stormers this Sunday (NZT). This will be Smith’s 67th cap as a Hurricane, but his first as the team’s new captain.
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Carl Hoeft to guide Chiefs’ front-rowers
Published: 6:35PM Tuesday February 21, 2012 Source: ONE Sport Carl Hoeft - Source: ONE Sport The Chiefs are tapping into the knowledge of a former All Black powerhouse to get their faltering set-piece on the front foot this season. Carl Hoeft, who represented the All Blacks in 30 Tests between 1998 and 2003,
Kenya happy with IRB core team decision
PHOTO/AFP Team Kenya celebrates winning the Plate Final against Argentina during day three of the USA Sevens Rugby at Sam Boyd Stadium on February 12, 2012 in Las Vegas, Nevada. By CHARLES NYENDE Posted Saturday, February 18 2012 at 20:41 Kenya has welcomed International Rugby Board’s (IRB) abrupt introduction of promotion and relegation
Forgotten Hurricanes reach for limited goals
Regain respect. Restore some pride. These are realistic targets for the Hurricanes, who embark on a self-inflicted rebuild of epic proportions. Talk of last year's turmoil has been muzzled. Don't mention the ugly public spat. A bunker mentality has been instilled. This is reflected from the top, with chief executive James Te Puni
Time may be right to expand Super Rugby
Photosport BIG BUSINESS: Sanzar chief executive Greg Peters says there is potential for Super Rugby to be expanded into the Japanese and US markets. Super Rugby looks ready to take the next step and extend into new territories beyond New Zealand, Australia and South Africa. The potential riches that come with the markets
Brumbies win final trial over ACT XV
February 18, 2012 The Brumbies will start the Super Rugby season on a positive after winning their final trial in emphatic fashion over an ACT XV on Thursday. An under-strength Brumbies outfit started slowly at Canberra's Greenway Oval, but managed to extend a 24-0 halftime lead to finish up comprehensive 66-0 victors. But
Sharks too classy for Kings
February 18 2012 The Sharks took some time to find their rhythm against a committed Southern Kings outfit, but eventually ran out comfortable 38-13 winners. The Sharks took some time to find their rhythm against a committed Southern Kings outfit, but eventually ran out comfortable 38-13 winners in their friendly rugby match
Rebels beaten by Crusaders in rugby trial
February 18, 2012 - 9:44PM AAP YOU TUBE Highlights Here Melbourne Rebels centre James O'Connor showed the brilliant footwork that's made him one of the hottest players in the world to score his first try for his new club in their final Super Rugby trial. The Rebels were overrun 19-14 by New Zealand heavyweights
Not half bad: constant pest Pretorius could be the answer to all his new team’s prayers
Greg Growden February 18, 2012 Arrogant, pushy, smart ... Pretorious. Photo: Steve Christo THE Waratahs haven't always been smart in the recruitment ranks, but they look as if they have secured a good one in South African halfback Sarel Pretorius. The former Cheetah was a standout in the opening 50 minutes of
Barnes leads Waratahs to smash Tonga 52-0
Sat Feb 18 2012 AAP Berrick Barnes' early departure from Friday night's trial demolition of Tonga appeared precautionary, but the Waratahs will still be holding their breath ahead of next week's Super Rugby opener against Queensland. The NSW star playmaker was only down to play 40 minutes at the Sydney Football Stadium, but