New Zealand, England each make one lineup change for 2nd rugby test at Auckland’s Eden Park
5 months, 2 weeks ago

New Zealand, England each make one lineup change for 2nd rugby test at Auckland’s Eden Park

Associated Press  

WELLINGTON, New Zealand — All Blacks head coach Scott Robertson has made only one injury-enforced change to his starting lineup for Saturday’s second test against England in Auckland. “We can feel New Zealand’s support here in Auckland and we will hear it at a sold-out Eden Park,” Robertson said. “It’s a very special venue to the All Blacks and we’re going there on Saturday to win the series against England.” England also made one change to its starting lineup, forced by injury. ___ New Zealand: Stephen Perofeta, Sevu Reece, Rieko Ioane, Jordie Barrett, Mark Telea, Damian McKenzie, Finlay Christie; Ardie Savea, Dalton Papali’i, Samipeni Finau, Patrick Tuipulotu, Scott Barrett, Tyrel Lomax, Codie Taylor, Ethan de Groot.

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NZ vs ENG, 2nd Test: New Zealand names unchanged lineup in bid to level series
2 weeks, 6 days ago

NZ vs ENG, 2nd Test: New Zealand names unchanged lineup in bid to level series

The Hindu  

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NZ vs ENG, 1st Test, Day 2 Highlights: Brook hundred propels England to 319/5 at Stumps; Trails by 29 runs
3 weeks, 5 days ago

NZ vs ENG, 1st Test, Day 2 Highlights: Brook hundred propels England to 319/5 at Stumps; Trails by 29 runs

The Hindu  

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3 weeks, 6 days ago

NZ vs ENG, 1st Test, Day 1 Highlights: Williamson 93 takes New Zealand to 319/8 at Stumps; Bashir picks four wickets

The Hindu  

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NZ vs ENG, 1st Test: New Zealand all-rounder Smith to debut against England
4 weeks ago

NZ vs ENG, 1st Test: New Zealand all-rounder Smith to debut against England

The Hindu  

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Williamson returns to New Zealand squad for Test series against England
1 month, 1 week ago

Williamson returns to New Zealand squad for Test series against England

Deccan Chronicle  

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Sam Cane set for All Blacks swansong as New Zealand name settled squad for November Tests
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All Blacks make 4 changes for 2nd Rugby Championship match vs Argentina after 1st-test loss
4 months, 1 week ago

All Blacks make 4 changes for 2nd Rugby Championship match vs Argentina after 1st-test loss

Associated Press  

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Will Jordan returns on bench for All Blacks against Argentina in Rugby Championship
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Will Jordan returns on bench for All Blacks against Argentina in Rugby Championship

Associated Press  

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All Blacks captain under injury cloud ahead of Rugby Championship
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All Blacks captain under injury cloud ahead of Rugby Championship

Associated Press  

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All Blacks make 11 changes for the rugby test against Fiji in San Diego
5 months, 1 week ago

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Associated Press  

WELLINGTON, New Zealand — New Zealand All Blacks head coach Scott Robertson has made 11 changes to his starting lineup for Friday’s rugby test against Fiji in San Diego. Among the new caps in the replacements is Crusaders scrumhalf Noah Hotham, who wasn’t included in the initial 32-man squad selected by Robertson ahead of New Zealand’s two home tests against …

Scott Robertson names McKenzie at flyhalf, Perenara at scrumhalf in 1st team to play England
5 months, 3 weeks ago

Scott Robertson names McKenzie at flyhalf, Perenara at scrumhalf in 1st team to play England

Associated Press  

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England recalls Marler, Stuart for 1st rugby test against the All Blacks in New Zealand
5 months, 3 weeks ago

England recalls Marler, Stuart for 1st rugby test against the All Blacks in New Zealand

Associated Press  

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New All Blacks coach Scott Robertson names Scott Barrett as captain to face England
6 months ago

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Associated Press  

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9 months, 3 weeks ago

Devon Conway ruled out of 1st Test against Australia, New Zealand name replacement

India TV News  

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New Zealand squad for Australia Test series: Daryl Mitchell returns; Kuggeleijn replaces Jamieson
10 months, 1 week ago

New Zealand squad for Australia Test series: Daryl Mitchell returns; Kuggeleijn replaces Jamieson

The Hindu  

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Gregor Townsend makes four changes as Rory Sutherland and Chris Harris are restored to the Scotland XV for Sunday's World Cup pool B match against Tonga
1 year, 3 months ago

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Daily Mail  

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New Zealand announce squad for West Indies tour; Kane Williamson, Trent Boult, Tim Southee return from break
2 years, 5 months ago

New Zealand announce squad for West Indies tour; Kane Williamson, Trent Boult, Tim Southee return from break

India TV News  

New Zealand announced a 15-member squad for their upcoming tour to the West Indies. “It's always exciting to be heading somewhere you've not been in a while and I know this group can't wait for the challenge of taking on the West Indies in the Caribbean,” New Zealand head coach Gary Stead said. “For Kane, Trent, Tim, and Devon this …

Humbled New Zealand seeks quick fixes for Nottingham Test
2 years, 6 months ago

Humbled New Zealand seeks quick fixes for Nottingham Test

The Hindu  

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2 years, 10 months ago

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Firstpost  

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New Zealand announce 15-man squad for IND vs NZ Test series; no Trent Boult and Grandhomme
3 years, 1 month ago

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India TV News  

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Mitchell Santner snubbed, Kane Williamson returns as New Zealand name squad for WTC final against India
3 years, 6 months ago

Mitchell Santner snubbed, Kane Williamson returns as New Zealand name squad for WTC final against India

India TV News  

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New Zealand vs Pakistan: Kiwis name pacer Matt Henry as replacement for injured Neil Wagner ahead of second Test
3 years, 11 months ago

New Zealand vs Pakistan: Kiwis name pacer Matt Henry as replacement for injured Neil Wagner ahead of second Test

Firstpost  

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New Zealand vs West Indies: Colin de Grandhomme, Ajaz Patel out for Tests due to injuries
4 years, 1 month ago

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Firstpost  

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4 years, 1 month ago

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India TV News  

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