Rugby news from New Zealand:
Rugby: Canterbury cruise past Counties to retain Ranfurly Shield: Canterbury 78Counties Manukau 5 It really is going to take something special to stop Canterbury claiming another provincial title.Eight of the past nine championships reside in title town, and Canterbury are again the hottest… nzherald.co.nz – Rugby
Rugby: Andrew Forrest reveals details of new six-team competition for 2018: Mining magnate Andrew Forrest insists he has buried the hatchet with Cameron Clyne, and he’s urging the ARU chairman to endorse his new competition for the benefit of Australian rugby.Forrest officially launched the Indo Pacific… nzherald.co.nz – Rugby
Rugby: Matter of time before Beauden Barrett next sets world alight – Ian Foster: Fretting about Beauden Barrett is yet to infiltrate the All Blacks.From battles to break down rush defence to apparent goal kicking struggles, Barrett has endured criticism this season.His disappointing home display in New Plymouth… nzherald.co.nz – Rugby
Gregor Paul: All Blacks need change in philosophy to win 2019 World Cup: The All Blacks are going through a bit of transitional pain as they revamp their attack game and blood a handful of youngsters.Short term it may continue to be a roughish-kind of ride for the national team, with a few more clunky… nzherald.co.nz – Rugby
Bark in the park! Dogs free to attend Wellington game: Every man and his dog will be at Westpac Stadium this weekend.The Wellington Lions have teamed up with the SPCA to attract a more diverse – hairy – crowd to Sunday’s game against Canterbury.For the first time ever, dogs will be… nzherald.co.nz – Rugby