If you want to make everyone happy then don’t be a leader. Sell ice cream instead. They’re the words of Steve Jobs. Nowadays it might apply less than he thought. Someone will say they are allergic, others won’t like the texture, someone will point out that it was better five years ago. International rugby is … Read more
Archyde All Blacks Embark on New Coaching Search Following Abrupt Departure Table of Contents 1. All Blacks Embark on New Coaching Search Following Abrupt Departure 2. The Appointment Panel: A Blend… You can read the full story here: All Blacks Launch Search for New Head Coach After Robertson’s Dismissal. Source link
Scott Robertson’s abrupt departure from his role as the All Blacks’ head coach serves to further damage much of the perceived wisdom around the roles of international head coaches and four-year World Cup cycles, not least in New Zealand. Granted, Rassie Erasmus’ first stint as South Africa’s head coach disproved the theory that World Cup … Read more
Rieko Ioane, Ireland rugby’s public enemy No.1 for his actions after the All Blacks’ quarter-final victory in Paris two years ago and digs last year before his team’s meritorious win in Dublin, has spoken publicly for the first time since signing for a sabbatical at Irish club Leinster. And the midfielder, who gave what Irish … Read more
Rieko Ioane has agreed a six-month contract from December this year to June 2026 with Leinster. He will join the Irish province after the November Test matches and in doing so mimic the deal that took his midfield partner in the All Blacks team, Jordie Barrett from New Zealand to Leinster. Ioane announced on Instagram … Read more
WELLINGTON, New Zealand (AP) — Famously tough All Blacks loose forward Alex (Grizz) Wyllie who went on to coach New Zealand to 25 wins in 29 tests has died. He was 80. Wyllie’s death on Saturday as a result of cancer was confirmed by Canterbury Rugby Union which said “it is with heavy hearts that … Read more
Archyde Clash of the Titans? France’s Tour of New Zealand Faces Uncertainty Amid player workload Concerns Table of Contents 1. Clash of the Titans? France’s Tour of New Zealand Faces Uncertainty Amid player workload Concerns 2. The All Blacks Expect a Challenge, But Will France Deliver? 3. Top 14 Finals Threaten Player Availability 4. Stars … Read more
Ireland and New Zealand will return to Chicago on Saturday, November 1st, nine years after the two countries met there for the first time in what proved to be a historic milestone in Irish rugby. It will be Irish head coach Andy Farrell’s first game back in charge after his sabbatical to coach the British … Read more
Jim Ratcliffe faces growing concerns over the financial health of his chemicals empire as its debt pile is forecast to reach almost €12bn this year and his sporting interests including Manchester United and New Zealand rugby hit crisis point. Two leading credit ratings agencies raised red flags over the Ineos Group weeks before it emerged … Read more
Archyde richie Mo’unga’s return to the All Blacks Delayed Table of Contents 1. richie Mo’unga’s return to the All Blacks Delayed 2. The All Blacks’ fly-Half Dilemma: An Exclusive Insight 3. The Future Is Bright for Rugby in Japan 4. What are the key factors influencing Richie Mo’unga’s decision to remain with Toshiba and potentially … Read more