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Wellington is gearing up for an international rugby double header with the All Blacks and Black Ferns playing back to back games tomorrow at a sold out Sky Stadium. The All Blacks are seeking to beat France and improve a poor recent record in the capital while for the Black Ferns players it's their last game to impress before the squad for this year's World Cup is named. Rugby reporter Joe Porter reports.

All Blacks coach Scott Robertson has made two injury-enforced changes to his starting side for the second test against France naming one debutant in the process. Meanwhile the Black Ferns have also named their squad for a one off test against Australia in the capital with Ruby Tui a surprise inclusion. Tui has an opportunity to impress before this year's women's World Cup after initially being left out of the Black Ferns squad. RNZ rugby reporter Joe Porter spoke to Lisa Owen.

"Play fast, think fast and adapt fast" are the words All Blacks coach Scott Robertson's using to fire up his team ahead of Saturday's test match against France. RNZ rugby reporter Joe Porter and AFP journalist Florian Soenen spoke to Corin Dann.

The All Blacks are counting the cost of the opening test win over France with captain Scott Barrett in doubt for Saturday's second test in Wellington. Barrett left the field with an achilles issue in last weekend's 31-27 victory in Dunedin last, with the injury initially described as a niggle. It now seems more serious with All Blacks coach Scott Robertson saying an update will be provided tomorrow. Rugby reporter Joe Porter spoke to Lisa Owen.

There's a massive weekend of rugby ahead with the All Blacks' first international of the year - playing France at Dunedin at the Forsyth Barr stadium. And it's already a bit controversial with France deciding NOT to send its top tier players. Also today - the Maori All Blacks are playing against Scotland in Whangarei - marking 25 years since the two sides last met AND the Black Ferns have one of their last games here before the World Cup. We're joined by RNZ Sport's Joe Porter

Dunedin is gearing up to host the first All Blacks test of the year and local fans are confident the home side can take care of a depleted French team in Otepoti. A couple of Otago players are set to make their debuts at a sold out Forsyth Barr Stadium tomorrow night, making the occasion all the more special for them and their families. Joe Porter reports.

The first Dutch All Black, four debutants, a backline shuffle and a lock at loose forward are the talking points of the All Blacks team named to play France in this weekend's first test in Dunedin. Fabian Holland will become the first All Black from the Netherlands and joins captain Scott Barrett in the second row. RNZ rugby reporter Joe Porter spoke to Lisa Owen.

The first All Blacks team has been named for the year, with four debutants, a new midfield, a new loose forward combination and a return to the wing for a star player among the topics being discussed. Rugby reporter Joe Porter spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss.

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Coach Scott Robertson has sprung a few surprises in the first All Blacks squad of the year, with five debutants and some notable omissions. The 33-man squad to play France in next month's three-test series was named this afternoon at the Coastal Rugby Club in South Taranaki. Rugby reporter Joe Porter has more. 

New All Black flanker Du Plessis Kirifi almost gave up on his All Blacks dream but decided at the start of this year to give it one more big shot. Kirifi's father Jack played flanker for Auckland club Ponsonby for years and made a wider Manu Samoa squad in the 1980s. He spoke to RNZ rugby reporter Joe Porter about what it means for his son to finally achieve his All Blacks dream and how he reacted when Du Plessis gave him the good news.

The Super Rugby season is over with the Crusaders winning a record 13th title on Saturday night with a 16-12 win over the Chiefs in a tense final in Christchurch. Rugby reporter Joe Porter spoke to Corin Dann.

The Super Rugby final is here and the Crusaders and Chiefs are seeking to carve out their own slice of history on Saturday night in Christchurch. Rugby reporter Joe Porter has more.

It is semi-final time in Super Rugby with three New Zealand sides and an Australian team seeking to cement their place in the final. Joe Porter reports.

The rugby world is mourning the death of former All Blacks wing and captain Stu Wilson, who died in Tauranga at the age of 70. Regarded as one of the world's best attacking players when he played for the All Blacks in the early 1980s, tributes have been flowing for former Wellington flyer. Rugby reporter Joe Porter has more.

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The race for the Super Rugby finals is well and truly on after the Chiefs beat the Crusaders in Christchurch in a top of the table clash over the weekend. Rugby reporter Joe Porter spoke to Corin Dann.

The Black Ferns kick off their journey towards the 2025 World Cup on Saturday night with their first test of the year against Australia in Newcastle. Rugby reporter Joe Porter has more.

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Moana Pasifika took a thrilling win against the Highlanders to edge into the playoff spots. More disappointment for Liam Lawson after the Miami Grand Prix, while the Black Sevens cap a stellar season with another big title.

Liam Lawson has a disappointing return to the Racing Bulls at the Japanese Grand Prix. Joe previews the Super Rugby Aupiki final is this weekend - who is the favourite? In the men's competition, Moana Pasifika make history while mountain biker Sammie Maxwell becomes the first NZ female to win a UCI Cross-Country World Cup.

This Super Rugby season continues to be the tightest in recent memory with a huge upset over the weekend and an Australian team at the top of the standings. Rugby reporter Joe Porter spoke to Alexa Cook.

The Blues are officially in crisis mode after slumping to yet another defeat - this time a 42-19 loss to their oldest rivals. RNZ sports reporter Joe Porter spoke to Corin Dann.

The Black Caps lose cricket's Champions Trophy final and coach Gary Stead is pondering his future. In Super Rugby Pacific there were big wins for Moana Pacifica and Fijian Drua with an Australian side the only team to be unbeaten. And Joe talks golf after New Zealander Steven Alker wins a major PGA event in Arizona after a remarkable final round.

Despite being down to 13 men at one stage and without any props, the Highlanders have pulled off a massive 29-21 upset win over the Blues in Dunedin. Sports reporter Joe Porter spoke to Corin Dann.

Super Rugby Pacific kicked off this weekend. This season the competition has been reduced to 11 teams and a new playoff format. Sports reporter Joe Porter spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss.

Super Rugby Pacific kicks off tonight with the Crusaders hosting the Hurricanes in Christchurch before the Highlanders take on the Waratahs in Sydney. Rugby reporter Joe Porter has more.

New Zealand Rugby is taking legal action against global petrochemical company INEOS over what it says is a breach of their sponsorship agreement. Sports reporter Joe Porter spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss.

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Former All Blacks hooker Hika Elliot will soon be reunited with of one his most treasured possessions. Rugby reporter Joe Porter has more.

The Black Ferns Sevens dominated last night's annual Rugby Awards picking up team and individual accolades. Rugby reporter Joe Porter spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss.

RNZ sports reporter Joe Porter on the All Blacks final game of the season - a win against Italy.

RNZ sports journalist Joe Porter discusses the All Blacks team named to play Italy this weekend

The All Blacks coach Scott Robertson is taking no risks against a mercurial Italy side and says he's determined to see his team finish their northern tour on a winning note. Rugby reporter Joe Porter spoke to Corin Dann.

The All Blacks have now lost their last three matches against France, after the hosts held on for a one-point victory in Paris over the weekend. Rugby reporter Joe Porter spoke to Corin Dann.

First-five Beauden Barrett and hooker Codie Taylor are back in the All Blacks starting XV for Sunday's test against France in Paris while Cam Roigard takes over at halfback in one of several changes to the team that beat Ireland. Rugby reporter Joe Porter spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss.

Eighteen points from Damian McKenzie helped the All Blacks win their second match on their northern tour, beating Ireland 23-13 in Dublin on Saturday morning. Rugby reporter Joe Porter spoke to Alexa Cook.

The All Blacks' mettle will be truly tested on Saturday morning when they face Ireland, in probably the toughest test of their northern hemisphere tour. RNZ rugby reporter Joe Porter spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss.

The All Blacks edged a dramatic 24-22 win over England at Twickenham on Saturday night with coach Scott Robertson crediting superior try-scoring and late-game know-how for the victory. RNZ rugby reporter Joe Porter spoke to Guyon Espiner.

Beauden Barrett starts at first-five for the All Blacks test against England at a sold out Twickenham this weekend, with Damian McKenzie on the bench. Rugby reporter Joe Porter spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss.

Joe talks to Susana about New Zealand Rugby's review focusingon the long-term sustainability of the NPC and player pathways.

The Black Ferns insist they're evolving and have a game plan capable of winning next year's World Cup and this they get a chance to prove it against England on Monday morning. RNZ's rugby reporter Joe Porter spoke to Black Ferns prop Amy Rule ahead of the match.

Joe looks at the All Blacks Bledisloe Cup win and to the tough tests ahead. 

Coach Scott Robertson says there will be some changes to the All Blacks squad for the end of year tour. The All Blacks beat the Wallabies 33-13 in Wellington on Saturday night to end their home season and Rugby Championship campaign with a victory. The All Blacks next assignment is a five match northern trip against Japan, England, Ireland, France and Italy starting late next month and Robertson says he's close to finalising his squad, which will be named on October the 7th. Rugby reporter Joe Porter spoke with Ingrid Hipkiss.

The All Blacks coach Scott Robertson insists Damian McKenzie isn't in the bad books despite dropping the first-five for this weekend's Bledisloe Cup clash with the Wallabies in Wellington. Robertson has named Beauden Barrett at No.10 sending McKenzie, who had started all eight tests this year, back to the reserves. McKenzie produced some crucial errors in last week's patchy win over Australia in Sydney though Robertson said he's been largely happy with the playmaker's form, RNZ Rugby reporter Joe Porter spoke to Susana Lei'ataua.

The All Blacks play their last home test of the year this weekend and after a less than convincing start to new coach Scott Robertson's reign, fans will be hoping the hosts produce a commanding win over the Wallabies at a sold out Sky Stadium and bring an end to their six year winless streak in Wellington. Rugby reporter Joe Porter has more.

Joe talks about the All Blacks test loss to the Springboks and looks ahead to the second test, and how New Zealand athletes are faring at the Paralympics and at on the tennis court at the US Open.

The All Blacks' Eden Park record remains intact after they crushed Argentina 42-10 on Saturday night in Auckland to bounce back from the shock loss in Wellington. RNZ rugby reporter Joe Porter spoke to Corin Dann.

Former skipper Sam Cane will return to test rugby tomorrow night as the All Blacks look to get their rugby championship campaign back on track. Joe Porter spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss.

With captain Scott Barrett out injured, Ardie Savea leads the side while outside back Will Jordan makes his return from a lengthy spell on the sidelines after being picked on the bench. Coach Scott Robertson insists Jordan is ready for test rugby despite only having just returned to action following a shoulder injury that kept him out of Super Rugby, rugby reporter Joe Porter speaks to Lisa Owen