Rugby news from New Zealand:
Rugby: Sunwolves to be dropped from Super Rugby according to report from Australia: The Sunwolves are reportedly facing the axe from Super Rugby.A report out of Australia suggests SANZAAR – the body which operates Super Rugby and the Rugby Championship – will soon be announcing their decision to drop the only Asian-based… nzherald.co.nz – Rugby
Super Rugby: Blues on Sonny Bill Williams’ Christchurch mission – ‘We admire what he stands for’: The Blues will attempt to win their first New Zealand derby since round one in 2016 without Sonny Bill Williams but the key midfielder has travelled to Christchurch to represent his Muslim faith with the blessing of his franchise.Williams’… nzherald.co.nz – Rugby
Super Rugby: Marty Banks to start for Highlanders against Blues: Highladners veteran Marty Banks has been handed the keys to the attack this weekend, starting at No.10 in their match against the Blues. Banks will be making his first start with the club since returning from a stint abroad at the… nzherald.co.nz – Rugby
Super Rugby: Mental health brought into the spotlight in themed Super Rugby round: The reminder to check on your mates will be a message shared throughout this weekend’s round of Super Rugby.The themed round, driven by New Zealand Rugby’s HeadFirst wellbeing programme, is aimed to encourage people to speak more… nzherald.co.nz – Rugby
Crusaders coach Scott Robertson: Not the time to talk about name change: Crusaders coach Scott Robertson says it’s not the moment to talk about a possible team name change in the immediate aftermath of the Christchurch mosque shootings.Crusaders chief executive Colin Mansbridge said in a statement on… nzherald.co.nz – Rugby
Highlanders name strong team to play Blues
