Foster backs captain Cane after historic defeat to Pumas
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbySam Cane was withdrawn by Ian Foster after gifting Argentina three points, but the All Black head coach is standing by his captain. Ian Foster backed captain Sam Cane but knows...
Cheika lauds Scott Robertson, takes aim at Foster
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyLos Pumas boss Michael Cheika has tipped his hat to Scott Robertson regarding the huge improvement of Pablo Matera since joining the Crusaders. Yesterday, the Argentina pulled off a maiden...
Foster says All Blacks are on 'tough learning curve' after historic Pumas defeat
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyIan Foster says New Zealand are "hurting" and on "a tough learning curve" after they were beaten at home by Argentina for the first time in Christchurch on Saturday. The All Blacks had halted...
Foster backs captain Cane after historic defeat to Pumas
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyIan Foster backed captain Sam Cane but knows New Zealand are "under the spotlight" after they suffered a historic Rugby Championship defeat to Argentina on Saturday. The Pumas moved to the top...
Pumas claim historic first away win over struggling All Blacks
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyThe All Blacks slumped to a first home loss to Argentina, who now improbably lead the Rugby Championship standings. Argentina claimed their first away victory over New Zealand...
The Breakdown: All Blacks out to protect perfect home record against Pumas
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyNew Zealand have won all 15 of their past home matches against Argentina on home soil, but the Pumas are on a high after beating Australia. Ian Foster was declared safe in his job...
Foster and Rennie share thoughts on Kerr-Barlow & the Wallabies
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyAll Black boss Ian Foster has revealed he has mixed emotions regarding the prospect of Tawera Kerr-Barlow turning out for the Wallabies. Foster has been significantly involved in the 32...
Ian Foster sticks to winning formula for Los Pumas test, Blues playmaker to debut
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyAll Blacks selectors Ian Foster, Joe Schmidt and Jason Ryan have announced the match-day 23 for the Rugby Championship Test against Argentina at Orangetheory Stadium in Christchurch. One...
NZ Rugby CEO admits to making mistakes before backing Foster
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyMark Robinson accepts New Zealand Rugby made mistakes with the way they handled uncertainty over All Blacks head coach Ian Foster's future. The NZ Rugby board on Wednesday gave Foster their "full...
Players must also take responsibility for results, says Whitelock
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyWily All Black lock Sam Whitelock has put his hand up on behalf of the player group, emphasising that Ian Foster cannot be solely blamed for the team’s recent troubles. Foster has...
