The week that was on social media…Farah Palmer Cup (Edition 5)

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Past counts for nothing at World Cup - Furlong

Ireland and British & Irish Lions prop Tadhg Furlong may have tasted victory over the All Blacks three times since the 2015 World Cup, but he is reading nothing into history ahead of Ireland's quarterfinal on Saturday with New Zealand at the Rugby World Cup.

All Blacks wary of playoffs threats

If prior experience in Rugby World Cup playoffs counts for anything All Blacks captain Kieran Read knows the threat contained in the tournament's playoffs stages.

Joseph has 'out-Eddied Eddie'

Japan coach Jamie Joseph's rising stocks in the international game have made an impression at the Rugby World Cup, especially as his side heads into Sunday's key game with Scotland.

Kerevi says Australia ready for England challenge

Australia appear headed for a Rugby World Cup showdown with England on the back of their win over Georgia and while coach Michael Cheika has been putting out the challenges, the Australian players are undaunted by their recent losing streak against them.

Joseph comes out swinging for his Japan side

Japan coach Jamie Joseph says his side's position at the top of Pool A at the Rugby World Cup is not a fluke.

Italy were no show against All Blacks - Woodward

Italy may have been incensed their Rugby World Cup pool game was abandoned, denying some long-standing members of their side the chance to bow out of Test rugby with a big performance against the All Blacks, but not everyone agrees with their stand.

Rugby World Cup Review: Week Three

How the quarterfinals will pan out at the Rugby World Cup is likely to hinge on a Sunday morning decision over whether conditions in the wake of Typhoon Hagibis are suitable to play the scheduled final games in pool play.

Jones delighted with extra preparation time for England

England coach Eddie Jones had no qualms about the benefits to his side of an abandoned game with France at the Rugby World Cup.

All Blacks adopt an 'adjust and adapt' attitude

'Adapt and adjust' was the word out of the All Blacks camp in the wake of the cancellation of their Rugby World Cup pool game with Italy which had been scheduled for Saturday in Toyota.

Typhoon Hagibis impact on Rugby World Cup 2019 matches

After extensive evaluation, World Rugby and the Japan Rugby 2019 Organising Committee have announced an update regarding the predicted impact of Typhoon Hagibis on this weekend’s Rugby World Cup 2019 pool matches. This includes the decision to cancel matches on safety grounds.

Springboks face long wait for quarterfinal

South Africa face a difficult problem ahead of next weekend's Rugby World Cup quarterfinals.

Gallant Fiji push Wales hard

Fiji saved some of their best rugby until last when going down 17-29 to Wales in their final pool match of the Rugby World Cup on Wednesday.

Competition returns at key time for All Blacks

While Italy have been forced to fly in front row reinforcements ahead of Saturday's Rugby World Cup pool game, the All Blacks have a fully fit squad ready and competing for starting positions.

All Blacks ready for desperate Italy

Italy were likely to be desperate in their bid to claim a Rugby World Cup playoffs place when they play the All Blacks in Tokyo on Saturday.

Japanese ponder 'national showstopper'

Buoyed by the success of the host team Japan, local fans are already anticipating a quarterfinal playoff with the All Blacks although the New Zealanders are refusing to be drawn into looking that far ahead.

Tackle technique occupies All Black minds

Extra tackling practice is on the training menu for the All Blacks as they prepare to play Italy in their final pool game at the Rugby World Cup on Saturday.

Versatile Barrett adds another string to bow

First five-eighths might not be Jordie Barrett's preferred position but his performance for the All Blacks in their 71-9 Rugby World Cup pool game win over Namibia had highlighted his versatility.

Perenara savours spectacular try

Temporary All Blacks first five-eighths TJ Perenara didn't know which was the more enjoyable, scoring the try of the Rugby World Cup tournament to date, or drawing a fist pump from coach Steve Hansen.

All Blacks take attitude lesson from Namibian effort

All Blacks coach Steve Hansen said he didn't think the slow start in Sunday's 71-9 win over Namibia at the Rugby World Cup was a major issue for the side.

Second half All Blacks effort contains Namibian spirit

New Zealand unleashed a 47-point second half onslaught against Namibia to claim a 71-9 win, including a stunning last try, in their Rugby World Cup Pool B game in Tokyo on Sunday.

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All Blacks VS South Africa

23 - 13

Yokahama

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NZ Barbarians Schools VS Australia U/18

17 - 30

Hamilton Boys High School

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New Zealand Schools VS Fiji Schools

43 - 8

Hamilton Boys High School

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All Blacks VS Canada

63 - 0

Oita

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NZ Barbarians Schools VS Fiji Schools

52 - 22

St Paul's Collegiate

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New Zealand Schools VS Australia U/18

14 - 18

St Paul's Collegiate

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Japan VS Black Ferns Sevens

07 - 40

Colorado

Russia VS Black Ferns Sevens

12 - 40

Colorado

England VS Black Ferns Sevens

00 - 36

Colorado

All Blacks VS Namibia

71 - 9

Tokyo

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The week that was on social media…Farah Palmer Cup (Edition 5)

Get to know some of our Farah Palmer Cup players and check out what they’ve been up to on social media.

Past counts for nothing at World Cup - Furlong

Ireland and British & Irish Lions prop Tadhg Furlong may have tasted victory over the All Blacks three times since the 2015 World Cup, but he is reading nothing into history ahead of Ireland's quarterfinal on Saturday with New Zealand at the Rugby World Cup.

New Zealand Rugby and Sky announce revolutionary broadcast agreement

New Zealand Rugby (NZR) and Sky have agreed a revolutionary new broadcast deal that will see Sky deepen its investment in all levels of rugby and NZR become a shareholder in Sky.

All Blacks wary of playoffs threats

If prior experience in Rugby World Cup playoffs counts for anything All Blacks captain Kieran Read knows the threat contained in the tournament's playoffs stages.

Joseph has 'out-Eddied Eddie'

Japan coach Jamie Joseph's rising stocks in the international game have made an impression at the Rugby World Cup, especially as his side heads into Sunday's key game with Scotland.

Kerevi says Australia ready for England challenge

Australia appear headed for a Rugby World Cup showdown with England on the back of their win over Georgia and while coach Michael Cheika has been putting out the challenges, the Australian players are undaunted by their recent losing streak against them.

Semifinals decided for Farah Palmer Cup

Canterbury will host Counties Manukau and Auckland will meet Wellington in the semifinals of the Mitre 10 Farah Palmer Cup at the weekend.

Joseph comes out swinging for his Japan side

Japan coach Jamie Joseph says his side's position at the top of Pool A at the Rugby World Cup is not a fluke.

Italy were no show against All Blacks - Woodward

Italy may have been incensed their Rugby World Cup pool game was abandoned, denying some long-standing members of their side the chance to bow out of Test rugby with a big performance against the All Blacks, but not everyone agrees with their stand.

Rugby World Cup Review: Week Three

How the quarterfinals will pan out at the Rugby World Cup is likely to hinge on a Sunday morning decision over whether conditions in the wake of Typhoon Hagibis are suitable to play the scheduled final games in pool play.

Jones delighted with extra preparation time for England

England coach Eddie Jones had no qualms about the benefits to his side of an abandoned game with France at the Rugby World Cup.

Farah Palmer Cup: Week 7 Preview and Team Lists

Finals week has arrived for the Championship sides. Otago and Hawke’s Bay have a break this week, with both sides securing a home semi-final, while it’s the final round-robin round for the Premiership sides.

All Blacks adopt an 'adjust and adapt' attitude

'Adapt and adjust' was the word out of the All Blacks camp in the wake of the cancellation of their Rugby World Cup pool game with Italy which had been scheduled for Saturday in Toyota.

Typhoon Hagibis impact on Rugby World Cup 2019 matches

After extensive evaluation, World Rugby and the Japan Rugby 2019 Organising Committee have announced an update regarding the predicted impact of Typhoon Hagibis on this weekend’s Rugby World Cup 2019 pool matches. This includes the decision to cancel matches on safety grounds.

Springboks face long wait for quarterfinal

South Africa face a difficult problem ahead of next weekend's Rugby World Cup quarterfinals.

Gallant Fiji push Wales hard

Fiji saved some of their best rugby until last when going down 17-29 to Wales in their final pool match of the Rugby World Cup on Wednesday.

Competition returns at key time for All Blacks

While Italy have been forced to fly in front row reinforcements ahead of Saturday's Rugby World Cup pool game, the All Blacks have a fully fit squad ready and competing for starting positions.

Lesley Murdoch delves into round six Farah Palmer Cup action, as things heat up ahead of the playoffs

Fifty-Six tries were scored in the six matches of Farah Palmer Cup week six action. All the tries were important in the context of how the matches evolved but some of them will remain in my memory bank for a while to come.

All Blacks ready for desperate Italy

Italy were likely to be desperate in their bid to claim a Rugby World Cup playoffs place when they play the All Blacks in Tokyo on Saturday.

Japanese ponder 'national showstopper'

Buoyed by the success of the host team Japan, local fans are already anticipating a quarterfinal playoff with the All Blacks although the New Zealanders are refusing to be drawn into looking that far ahead.

All Blacks Coaching Clinics

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Each year, clinics are run at locations world wide in partnership with local rugby clubs and sports organisations.

Every clinic is different, with most featuring former All Blacks players and New Zealand rugby coaches in multi-day high performance sports facilities. Clinics will cover technical and tactical skills, strength and conditioning advice, nutrition and mental skills coaching.

Live and train like an All Black at an All Blacks Clinic. Dates and locations for 2020 will be updated as they are confirmed.

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Origins and History of the Haka

For most non-Maori New Zealanders today their knowledge of the Haka is perhaps limited to that most performed of Haka called "Ka mate, Ka mate", which was composed by Ngati Toa Chieftain Te Rauparaha around 1820. Many sports teams and individuals travelling from New Zealand overseas tend to have the haka "Ka mate" as part of their programme.

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