Rugby news from New Zealand:
Rugby: Highlanders in talks with Joe Schmidt: Highlanders CEO Roger Clark has confirmed that last year’s Super Rugby champions are pursuing the services of current Ireland head coach Joe Schmidt. Talking to Tony Veitch, Clark said they had called the former Blues assistant… nzherald.co.nz – Rugby
Chris Rattue: Wales will get smashed: Goodbye Wales. You had your chance. Goodbye Julian Savea – you also had your chance.The touring side will get smashed in the next two tests after failing to kick on and make history at Eden Park.Coach Warren Gatland’s claim that… nzherald.co.nz – Rugby
Cory Jane leaves All Blacks dream behind: Former All Blacks winger Cory Jane has conceded that his days in a black jersey are over.Speaking to Tony Veitch, Jane said he didn’t even bother to return a complimentary call from coach Steve Hansen when the All Blacks squad was… nzherald.co.nz – Rugby
Three key questions: Should Julian Savea keep his spot?: Herald rugby writers Patrick McKendry and Gregor Paul tackle three key questions following the All Blacks’ win over Wales at Eden Park last night. 1. After seeing their lead evaporate and losing comprehensively at the end, where… nzherald.co.nz – Rugby
Grant Fox calls for ‘better clarity’ on forward pass interpretations: All Blacks selector Grant Fox hopes officials will meet to discuss the interpretation of forward pass calls following Wayne Barnes controversial decision to deny TJ Perenara a try in last night’s test against Wales.Contention arose… nzherald.co.nz – Rugby
