Rugby news from New Zealand:
Patrick McKendry: How Sam Cane can help Ardie Savea to be a Rugby World Cup great: COMMENT The news that Sam Cane has been cleared to resume contact training after breaking his neck last year should excite everyone involved in the New Zealand game including one Ardie Savea, his rival for the All Blacks No7 jersey.I… nzherald.co.nz – Rugby
Rugby: Israel Folau’s contract set to be terminated by Rugby Australia: Israel Folau’s contract is set to be terminated by Rugby Australia.Rugby Australia CEO Raelene Castle confirmed the move tonight, saying that unless the organisation receive “compelling mitigating factors”, they plan to sack Folau,… nzherald.co.nz – Rugby
Former All Black Justin Marshall weighs up launch of own ‘Boomfa’ beer brand: New Zealanders could soon get a taste of one of Justin Marshall’s trademark catchphrases.Literally.The former All Black-turned-rugby-commentator is considering unleashing “Boomfa” beer, named after his famous saying.In January,… nzherald.co.nz – Rugby
Rugby: Sky Sport upping the ante on first XV coverage: Sky Television is upping the ante on its first XV rugby coverage this season. For the first time, all Sky sports subscribers will be able to view live broadcasts rather than only those who subscribe to the Rugby Channel.The move,… nzherald.co.nz – Rugby
Rugby: Wallabies sponsor Qantas hits out over Israel Folau’s comments: Israel Folau has copped a barrage of criticism after the Wallabies star doubled down on his anti-gay stance with a controversial Instagram post last night.The 30-year-old was slammed for calling on “drunks, homosexuals, adulterers,… nzherald.co.nz – Rugby
12 Queenslanders selected in Junior Wallabies squad
