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Many elite athletes live with health impacts long after they retire. Should they carry all the costs?

When former All Black Sonny Bill Williams spoke from hospital before his recent neck surgery, his message was not simply about pain. It was a warning to young athletes and their parents about the physical price that can come with a professional sporting career.

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Anzac Day Test confirmed, Bledisloe Cup to change

Rugby Australia and New Zealand Rugby have announced that a third Bledisloe Cup Test will be played on Anzac Day in Brisbane next year.

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Shane Christie died with brain disease linked with repeated head blows

The former New Zealand rugby star believed he was suffering from CTE

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After Scott Robertson, the All Blacks face a deeper question than who coaches next

With Scott Robertson’s departure as All Blacks coach, New Zealand Rugby finds itself at a familiar crossroads.

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All Blacks part ways with head coach Scott Robertson after damning review

Robertson had spent just two years in charge of New Zealand but has agreed to leave his role

The Independent UK

Razor Robertson cut from All Blacks coaching role

After a disappointing 2025 season and reported player unrest, Scott Robertson, known as "Razor", has been sacked as All Blacks coach halfway through his term.

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The Beta Blacks: Alpha days are gone for New Zealand and their aura with it

A lack of experience has lessened the impact of the All Blacks as many key players are ineligible for selection after moving to Japan

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Shane Christie sustained multiple head injuries playing rugby. In death, he is still fighting for change

The former All Blacks Sevens player suspected he had CTE, a disease associated with head impacts, and has donated his brain to science to help understand the condition

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Top sports teams are bought and sold for billions worldwide. The risky trend is coming to Australia

In recent years, private equity has changed the global sports landscape, with clubs from Major League Baseball (MLB) and the National Football League (NFL), rugby union in New Zealand and European soccer reaping massive financial benefits.

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Shane Christie, rugby concussion campaigner who wanted to donate his brain, found dead at 39

Former Maori All Blacks player Shane Christie, who had wanted his brain to be studied after suffering from multiple concussions, has died aged 39

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Rugby player Shane Christie, who called for study of concussion, dies at age 39

Shane Christie suspected he was suffering from Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy (CTE)

The Independent UK

New Zealand Rugby chief executive Mark Robinson resigns

Robinson said he was leaving the role to join his wife and children who have relocated to Australia.

The Independent UK

The All Blacks and Sir Jim Ratcliffe finally settle sponsorship dispute

New Zealand Rugby accused Ineos of breaching its sponsorship contract by missing a payment instalment but the sides have come to an agreement

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Ineos and New Zealand Rugby reach settlement in sponsorship dispute

NZR had launched legal action after accusing Sir Jim Ratcliffe’s Ineos of failing to pay the first 2025 instalment of a six-year deal.

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Ineos blames ‘deindustrialisation of Europe’ for ending All Blacks deal

New Zealand Rugby has launched legal action against Ineos, founded and run by Sir Jim Ratcliffe, alleging the company dropped a sponsorship agreement

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Ineos blames high energy costs as group falls into legal scrap with New Zealand Rugby

Ineos says it tried to adjust its agreement with New Zealand Rugby, citing the effect of high energy costs and carbon taxes on its business.

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New Zealand Rugby accuses Ineos of breaching sponsorship agreement

The federation says it will launch legal proceedings against the chemicals firm.

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New Zealand Rugby launches lawsuit against Sir Jim Ratcliffe’s Ineos

Ineos has withdrawn from a six-year contract three years early, says NZR

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How Haka Dance Became the Heartbeat of New Zealand Rugby

The romantic triangle between the Maori language, New Zealanders, and Rugby is a story worth exploring. It is believed that languages mirror the cultural preferences of the people. The study of cultures and traditions of specific regions provides a ...

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New Zealand alchemists trying to turn mud-slinging into black gold

There is still no bigger rugby team than the All Blacks but administrators realise the world is changing rapidly

The Guardian - UK

New Zealand rugby chief says the sport needs to bring in 20-minute red cards

Mark Robinson, the NZ Rugby chief executive, has said that making the game more attractive to fans has to be considered when making law changes

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New Zealand Rugby Star Connor Garden-Bachop Dies At 25

New Zealand rugby mourns the loss of rising star Connor Garden-Bachop, a talented player known for his time with the Highlanders and Maori All Blacks.

The Independent UK

Super Rugby player Connor Garden-Bachop dies aged 25

The winger was the son of former All Black and Samoa outside-half Stephen Garden-Bachop

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New Zealand Rugby In Danger Of Split As Provinces Win Bitter Vote

A bid for wholesale reform of New Zealand rugby's governing body was rejected by heartland unions on Thursday, threatening to throw the game into disarray in the rugby-mad nation.

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New Zealand Rugby Set For Pivotal Vote After Breakaway Threat

New Zealand Rugby will hold a crucial vote Thursday over who runs the game in the country that could see top players split from the governing body if they don't get their way.

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