Canterbury name experienced squad for ITM Cup defence

21/08/2012 The Canterbury Rugby Football Union has announced its squad of 37 for the 2012 ITM Cup. Canterbury is chasing its fifth successive title this season under the new stewardship of Tabai Matson as head coach. The most capped player in the squad is Wyatt Crockett, who has played 67 games for

All Blacks: Rugby Championship squad named

9:54 AM Sunday Aug 5, 2012 The Blues' Charlie Faumuina has been named in the All Blacks squad announced this morning. Photo / NZPA, Wayne Drought Blues prop Charlie Faumuina is the only new cap to be named in the new All Blacks squad, while wing Zac Guildford and prop Ben Tameifuna

Blues boost stocks at first five with Chris Noakes

26/07/2012 Photosport HEADING HOME: The Blues have signed Highlanders first five-eighth Chris Noakes for next season The Blues have signed Highlanders first five-eighth Chris Noakes for next season as well as three younger players who made a big impression this season. The three signings to Super Rugby contracts are Charles Piutau, Steven Luatua and