Articles by Luke Kirkness
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Scott Robertson explains why Ethan de Groot left out for third week
Friday, 15 November 2024, 9:19amHighlanders and Southland loosehead prop Ethan de Groot has missed All Blacks selection for the third week in a row, with...
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Childhood coach on Ko's comeback: 'She's fought back from falling off the planet'
Tuesday, 27 August 2024, 3:17pmLydia Ko’s childhood coach has praised the golfer for never being willing to settle. Yesterday the 27-year-old won the Women’s...
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All Blacks v Argentina: Damian McKenzie avoids punishment for missing team bus after Fiji match
Friday, 16 August 2024, 7:49pmDamian McKenzie missed the team bus from the All Blacks hotel in San Diego and had to make his own way to Los Angeles International...
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Injury sidelines Scott Barrett ahead of Rugby Championship
Saturday, 27 July 2024, 1:43pmAll Blacks captain Scott Barrett may miss the opening rounds of the Rugby Championship after undergoing surgery on a finger. The...
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All Blacks playing for Waratahs? Super Rugby head wants player mobility
Wednesday, 19 June 2024, 1:25pmThe head of Super Rugby Pacific wants to see a world where the best players can jump between New Zealand and Australian-based...
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Prime Minister Luxon rallies Crusaders fans amid Super Rugby struggles
Monday, 22 April 2024, 3:26pmPrime Minister Christopher Luxon, a devout supporter of the Crusaders, is rallying fans to maintain their faith despite the...
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From Eden Park to your backyard: Creating the perfect cricket pitch this summer
Sunday, 24 December 2023, 9:29amAs New Zealand gears up for the festive season, cricket enthusiasts are dusting off their bats and revving up for the ultimate...
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Mark your calendar: Warriors' 2024 draw revealed
Monday, 13 November 2023, 1:54pmThe Anzac Day football spectacle is set to grace Go Media Stadium for only the second time, as the New Zealand Warriors gear...
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Super Rugby squads revealed: Another All Black takes a sabbatical
Thursday, 9 November 2023, 9:39amThe Super Rugby Pacific franchises name their squads for the 2024 season today. A few big revelations have emerged already,...
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How the weather could ruin New Zealand's World Cup dreams
Wednesday, 8 November 2023, 4:33pmThunderstorms threaten to derail the Black Caps’ hopes of making the semifinals of the Cricket World Cup in India. Thursday...
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Jockey's gutsy call pays off for Melbourne Cup win
Tuesday, 7 November 2023, 10:05amMelbourne Cup day is here. Here are all the details about what you need to know about the race that stops a nation at Flemington...
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Groundbreaking study reveals rugby's impact on players' heads
Monday, 6 November 2023, 9:17pmForces on the head of community rugby players are often on par with or even lower than those experienced during general exercise,...
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Melbourne Cup 2023: Field, odds, tips, history ahead of the Race that Stops a Nation
Monday, 6 November 2023, 1:54pmThe Melbourne Cup is around 24 hours away and the final field has been revealed. Here are all the details about what you...
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Scott Robertson's All Blacks: How the team will look
Wednesday, 1 November 2023, 8:24amThe All Blacks are gearing up for a transformative chapter under their new coach Scott Robertson after the heart-wrenching...
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Scrap the TMO? The law that must change to save rugby
Tuesday, 31 October 2023, 2:16pmRugby union is facing a looming crisis. The game is losing its appeal with many turning to alternative sports like basketball...
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'S***** emotions': Sam Cane and teammates open up on red card
Sunday, 29 October 2023, 2:59pmAll Blacks captain Sam Cane says he has “so many shitty emotions” after creating history when he became the first man to...
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All Blacks captain Sam Cane given red card in final
Sunday, 29 October 2023, 8:54amAll Blacks captain Sam Cane has become the first man to be red carded in a men’s Rugby World Cup final. The 31-year-old was...
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Live Commentary: All Blacks v South Africa RWC Final
Friday, 27 October 2023, 2:40pmThe All Blacks have a shot at winning a record fourth Rugby World Cup after bulldozing through Argentina 44-6 in the semifinal...
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All you need to know about the All Blacks World Cup final
Friday, 27 October 2023, 2:10pmThe All Blacks have a shot at winning a record fourth Rugby World Cup after bulldozing through Argentina 44-6 in the semifinal...
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Where to watch the All Blacks' World Cup final
Thursday, 26 October 2023, 2:39pmThe All Blacks have a shot at winning a record fourth Rugby World Cup after bulldozing through Argentina 44-6 in the semifinal...
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'Sneaky little ways': English pundit on how the All Blacks cheat
Thursday, 26 October 2023, 2:33pmEnglish rugby writer Stuart Barnes has never been one to shy away from criticising the All Blacks for their perceived transgressions...
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Dupont takes swipe at Kiwi referee Ben O’Keeffe after loss
Monday, 16 October 2023, 3:44pmFrench captain Antoine Dupont has taken a shot at the standard of refereeing by New Zealand’s Ben O’Keeffe in their one-point Rugby...
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Reaction: Stunning! All Blacks edge Ireland in dramatic finish
Sunday, 15 October 2023, 8:03amLive updates of the Rugby World Cup clash between the All Blacks and Ireland in Paris. Can the All Blacks reach the semifinals...
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Heartbreak for Black Caps: Fracture confirmed for Kane Williamson
Saturday, 14 October 2023, 10:00pmBlack Caps captain Kane Williamson has a fracture in his left thumb after he was struck by a throw while running between...
