Tag: New Zealand Rugby
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All Blacks Coaching: Big Issues for the Next Leader
Introduction: The task ahead for the next All Blacks coach The search for a new All Blacks coach has shifted from speculation about personalities to a concrete assessment of the mountain they’ll need to climb. The job is not just about winning tests; it’s about rebuilding confidence, aligning player development with a rapidly evolving international…
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Grant Batty obituary: Diminutive All Blacks winger dies at 74
New Zealand Rugby mourns a diminutive star Former All Blacks winger Grant Batty, who stood just 1.65 meters tall yet loomed large on the rugby field with his tenacity, has died at the age of 74. The news, confirmed by New Zealand Rugby, closes a chapter on one of the game’s most memorable characters—an athlete…
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Grant Batty: Diminutive All Blacks Winger Remembered for Skill and Pugnacity
Legacy of a Short Reach but Big Impact The rugby world is bidding farewell to Grant Batty, a former All Blacks winger whose stature stood in stark contrast to his outsized influence on the field. Standing just 1.65 meters (5 foot 5 inches), Batty defied conventional wisdom about size in a sport that often rewards…
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Grant Batty Obituary: All Blacks Winger Dies at 74
Tribute to a diminutive dynamo The rugby world bade farewell to Grant Batty, one of the sport’s most memorable wingers, who passed away at the age of 74 in Wellington. Batty, who stood just 1.65 meters tall, proved that size is not the sole determinant of impact on the field. His career with the New…
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Former All Black Liam Messam Announces Baby Due in June: A New Chapter Begins
A New Chapter for an All Black Legend Former All Blacks loose forward Liam Messam has shared joyful news with fans: his baby is due in June. The announcement, described by Messam as “Beyond grateful,” underscores a personal moment of transition for a player who has filled stadiums and records with his dynamic presence on…
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Everyone’s Buying Into It: Elliott Obatoyinbo on Life Under Newcastle’s New Owners
Introduction: A New Era at Newcastle When a club changes hands, the players feel it first. For Elliott Obatoyinbo, the Newcastle full-back, the transition under the club’s new owners has been more than a reshuffle of staff and facilities. It’s a shift in culture, ambition, and the rhythm of daily training. He describes a period…
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All Blacks v Wales: Final Test in Cardiff Promises Fresh Blood and High Stakes
Live from Cardiff: All Blacks shake up for final test against Wales The All Blacks arrive in Cardiff for their last international outing of the year with a bold reshuffle that signals a clear intention to finish on a high note. Head coach Scott Robertson has named a side with 13 changes from the previous…
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Scotland vs New Zealand: Live Autumn Nations Series Rugby Update
Live Updates: Scotland vs New Zealand Welcome to our real-time coverage of Scotland versus New Zealand in the Autumn Nations Series. As the opening minutes unfold, the pace is electric and the tactical chess is already underway. Both teams are keen to establish dominance early, with New Zealand leveraging quick breakdown work and Scotland looking…
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Ireland vs New Zealand: Farrell laments mental lapses after All Blacks win
Match context: Ireland’s tough night in Chicago Ireland faced a significant challenge in Chicago as they took on New Zealand in a tightly contested clash. Despite taking a 13-7 lead midway through the second half, the visitors were unable to close out the game as the All Blacks fought back with clinical precision and a…
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Ireland v New Zealand: Farrell’s men return to Chicago for a gripping All Blacks clash at Soldier Field
Rugby’s iconic rivalry returns to Chicago The winter sun over Soldier Field delivered a sharp contrast to the electric atmosphere inside one of America’s most storied stadiums as Ireland and New Zealand renewed their famous rivalry. It’s a fresh chapter in a saga that began with Ireland’s maiden win over the All Blacks nine years…