Northland flanker Kara Pryor skins Fijian winger after farcical error by the TMO
6 years ago by Rugby DumpFlanker Kara Pryor scored the most dubious of runaway tries as Northland crossed seven times to thump Manawatu 49-19 in Whangerei on Friday. It was a try that baffled not only those watching on, but the...
Mitre 10 Cup HIGHLIGHTS: Tasman v Taranaki
6 years ago by Ultimate RugbyTasman ran riot today. They were miles ahead of Taranaki who just never really got into the game. No pace or urgency and constantly chasing the game. Tasman were able to just keep the scoreboard ticking and keep the pressure on Taranaki. Tasman scored some wonderful tries and will be very impressed with this effort. Taranaki need to fix a few things ad fast. They have faded in the last few weeks and will need to sort it out before the season gets away from them. It doesn't get easier for them next week as they host a resurgent...
Mitre 10 Cup HIGHLIGHTS: Northland v Manawatu
6 years ago by Ultimate RugbyNorthland get their first win over Manawatu in 7 years. And what a win it was. Dominated the game from the 6th minute onward. Manawatu opened the scoring but that was it from them. Northland were ruthless on attack and ruthless on every mistake Manawatu made. They can be extremely happy with this result. Manawatu will have to have a long hard look at their defensive game today. Manawatu host...
Mitre 10 Cup HIGHLIGHTS: Canterbury v Manawatu
6 years ago by Ultimate RugbyManawatu looked to cause an upset again this year as they went into the break with a 13-12 lead. The dedication on defence was what managed to keep them in the lead. The second half saw Canterbury...
Five outstanding tries from the latest round of New Zealand's Mitre 10 Cup
6 years ago by Rugby DumpThe Mitre 10 Cup continues to impress with its feast of top-shelf highlights. Week after week, the comp accurately displays the depth of riches New Zealand have at their disposal. As you can see from...
Mitre 10 Cup & NRC: Saturday Top Performers
6 years ago by Ultimate RugbyFollowing a jam-packed day in the Mitre 10 Cup and NRC we take a look at who performed for their respective sides. Josh McKay - Canterbury An outstanding performance by the Canterbury speedster...
Mitre 10 Cup HIGHLIGHTS: Manawatu v Otago
6 years ago by Ultimate RugbyManawatu only have themselves to blame. Otago were brilliant in the 2nd half. They made Manawatu pay for the basic mistakes. Rob Thompson was impressive, but he was fighting a lonely battle out there....
PRO14 Preview: Conference B
6 years ago by Ultimate RugbyWith the PRO14 returning this weekend we preview Conference B and give a few predictions on how each side will progress throughout the season and identify a few players who are set for big seasons. Benetton Rugby Last...
Ranfurly Shield Top Performers
6 years ago by Ultimate RugbyThe Ranfurly Shield will stay with Taranaki after a 5 try and 20 point thumping of Manawatu. The Shield holders put in a great performance after their opening weekend loss as they hunt for the Mitre 10...
Mitre 10 Cup Highlights: Otago v Hawke's Bay
6 years ago by Ultimate RugbyHawke's Bay are two from two, away from home after a hard fought but impressive victory at Otago in Dunedin. Otago can only have themselves to blame as silly errors and penalties put them on the back foot. Otago were impressive for the first 20 mins, but after that Hawkes Bay showed their class. Scoring some impressive tries, Brad Webber and Gareth Evans were particularly impressive for Hawkes Bay. Otago got back int the contest but in the end, Hawkes Bay were able to roll down the clock an wrap up an impressive victory. Hawkes Bay are at home...
