NZ Rugby takes over at the Blues
6 years ago by Ultimate RugbyNew Zealand Rugby has retaken the reins of the Blues in a bid to avert what they saw as a looming crisis. NZ Rugby is vowing to get the right people in the boardroom to fix the ailing franchise. On...
The History of the Ranfurly Shield & what it means to New Zealand Rugby
6 years ago by Ultimate RugbyNew Zealand Rugby's most prized trophy will be up for grabs on Friday when Taranaki host Manawatu. Taranaki have successfully defended the 'Log o Wood' twice this year during pre-season beating Poverty...
Bryn Gatland horror show script flipped after return from HIA
6 years ago by Rugby DumpNorth Harbour edged Northland on Thursday in the opening game of the Mitre 10 Cup. Rene Ranger was a stand out, as we posted about, but another sub-plot was the story of Bryn Gatland. The number ten started...
Rene Ranger at his dynamic best as the Mitre 10 Cup kicks off with nailbiter
6 years ago by Rugby DumpForever a fan favourite, Rene Ranger put in another strong performance as Northland started their Mitre 10 Cup campaign earlier today against North Harbour. Unfortunately for them, they were edged 21-20,...
Mitre 10 Cup Top Performers - North Harbour vs Northland
6 years ago by Ultimate RugbyThe 2018 Mitre 10 Cup 2018 is well and truely underway with the opening game turning out to be a thriller which was won by the narrowest of margins by the Premiership side, North Harbour. A few household...
Rene Ranger with a brilliant run and try assist
6 years ago by Ultimate RugbyRene Ranger has set up the opening Mitre 10 Cup try for 2018 with a brilliant run and pass. Ranger, gets the ball from Debreczeni and runs 40m to set up the try for Tom Robinson
Mitre 10 Cup Round 1 Highlights: North Harbour v Northland
6 years ago by Ultimate RugbyA cracking game to get the Mitre 10 Cup season underway with both sides giving it their all. North Harbour enjoyed the vast majority of possession and territory but the Taniwha's defence stood strong at...
3 Sides that could end Canterbury's dominance
6 years ago by Ultimate RugbyThe Mitre 10 Cup is back! Defending Champions Canterbury will be aiming to win their fourth successive title and their 10th title since 2012. Canterbury have dominated the tournament in recent times, so...
Teams Announced for Mitre 10 Cup Opener
6 years ago by Ultimate RugbyNorthland and North Harbour will clash in the opening fixture of the 2018 Mitre 10 Cup tomorrow. The last time these two sides met North Harbour beat Northland 22-31 in Whangarei...
Ireland U-20 Coach McNamara To Gain Coaching Experience With North Harbour
6 years ago by Irish Rugby NewsIreland Under-20 head coach Noel McNamara has begun a three-month professional development placement with New Zealand's North Harbour who kick off their Mitre 10 Cup campaign against Northland on Thursday.