Tuesday, 13 October 2026

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Tuesday, 13 October 2026 at 10:14 JST

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FULL GAME | All Blacks v Australia | Auckland, 2026 (Bledisloe Cup)

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All Blacks vs Wallabies 2026 Bledisloe Cup Test 1 at Eden Park, Auckland, full match. Dave Rennie faces his old side as an in-form Wallabies team, unbeaten in six Tests, chases its first Eden Park win since 1986.

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  • 56:16“The All Blacks still up peeling it away one way then the other just trying to shear off a couple of wabby defenders.”
  • 79:10“Well, discipline starting to really hurt the wabies now under penalty advantage now from no arm shot by now sliding the kick through McKenzie.”
  • 88:59“So, this will give them a little bit of confidence that if they can get inside the All Blacks 22 and stay composed and have a guy like Jos Nessa in the back controlling the ball, then they can score points against the All Blacks.”
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Behind the Scenes of an All Blacks Gym Session | Inside Training

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Club Rugby’s Greatest Rivalry? Bordeaux & Leinster React To Champions Cup Final

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Ben Youngs and Anthony Watson have travelled to Lyon to speak to some of rugby’s biggest names for the launch of the Investec Champions Cup. We catch up with our old mate - and two-time winner - Ben Tameifuna about his iconic celebrations. Jordan Larmour also joins to share the perspective of a Leinster side…

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  • 17:26“I know some people might think it's like really chaotic, like we're just flying off the line, but like there's so many systems in place within that kind of um whole system really that um no, he hasn't really had to change a huge amount.”
  • 34:29“I don't think it's actually out of out of reason to suggest that that Bordeaux when they're going forward and playing well like they did for sort of that 10 15 minutes against Bath are are the most cohesive team in in club rugby worldwide.”
  • 65:53“The Investic Champions Cup, the greatest club competition in the world, kicks off on Friday night with Glouester versus Bordeaux.”
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ALL BLACKS SMASH WALLABIES – Steve Hansen & Ewen McKenzie on the Eden Park aftermath

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A brutal Eden Park reality check: the All Blacks rack up 50, the Wallabies run out of answers, and the Bledisloe is gone again. So what actually broke down, and how does Australia respond in Sydney with a World Cup year looming? David Pembroke, Steve Hansen and Ewen McKenzie get stuck into the key shifts:…

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  • 4:27“They really just didn't play with any sort of intensity early and for mine watching the game I just don't think they got I don't think they got out of first gear.”
  • 7:56“So the momentum swung New Zealand's way and then they just took, you know, put real pressure on Australia and and they just couldn't get set quick enough to to put any pressure defensively on New Zealand to to stop that momentum.”
  • 12:11“So, you know, when the number two team just about the number one team there, there's not a lot between one and two at the moment, I don't reckon.”
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Daily digest

Tuesday, 13 October 2026 at 10:14 JST

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Doug Howlett completes his HAT-TRICK!

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He hit a car with his bike 😳🚲

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  • 0:00“Whose car was it that you hit when you had the trolley on the back of your bike?”
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Rieko Ioane led the charge following Leinster’s URC victory last season 🍺🇮🇪

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  • 0:05“We just went into town drinking jerseys on like football jerseys, whatever the lads were wearing.”
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Are the Wallabies feeding the All Blacks’ biggest weapon? 🇳🇿 🇦🇺

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  • 0:27“They took the ball at Australia whereas I didn't feel Australia took the ball much at New Zealand after the first 10 minutes.”
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Ma'a Nonu Over the line vs the Wallabies

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  • 0:03“Sonny Bill Williams to Nonu now and Nonu finds a way through.”
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The All Blacks shut down Australia’s Plan A, but do the Wallabies have a Plan B? 🇳🇿 🇦🇺 🏉

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The All Blacks shut down Australia’s Plan A, can the Wallabies find a Plan B? 🇳🇿 🇦🇺 🏉

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  • 1:12“They ran the areas that we thought Australia would attack them on and and that shut the door on Australia.”
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Tuesday, 13 October 2026 at 10:14 JST

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Jake White: The South African master tactician believes Fiji rugby's 'great ascent starts now'

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Jake White named new Flying Fijians head coach

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Investec Champions Cup 2026-27 FAQ: Format, Rules, Teams, Schedule And How To Watch - FloRugby

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Saracens sack academy player Auvaa after latest incident

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Saracens sack Totoa Auvaa, the academy player who was involved in a nightclub incident with England cricketers Ben Stokes and Gus Atkinson, after another incident.

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All Blacks: James Parsons names the player who he would ‘love to see’ called up for Bledisloe Cup rematch

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James Parsons feels Saturday's Bledisloe Cup Test in Sydney is the perfect opportunity for New Zealand to include Timoci Tavatavanawai in their matchday squad.

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All Blacks greats warn World Rugby in ‘dangerous territory’ over law amendment in wake of New Zealand star’s nasty injury

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A trio of All Blacks legends give their verdict on World Rugby's decision to outlaw the 'hip drop' tackle.

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Connacht daring to dream on return to Champions Cup - The Irish Times

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Connacht daring to dream on return to Champions Cup - BreakingNews.ie

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Steve Hansen’s ‘one good smack in the face’ assessment of ‘head-scratching’ Wallabies and his blunt Ben Donaldson verdict

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Ex-All Blacks boss Steve Hansen has delivered his verdict on the Wallabies following their latest Bledisloe Cup hammering and suggested Ben Donaldson isn’t a good enough Test-level No.10.

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Justin Marshall: Damian McKenzie made a ‘statement’ as Ruben Love and Richie Mo’unga face All Blacks fly-half competition

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Damian McKenzie showed that he could be a long-term option for the All Blacks at fly-half after shining in Saturday's Bledisloe Cup win.

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AIC Win Punctuates NIRA Week 6 - The Rugby Breakdown

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All Blacks: James Parsons highlights key area of improvement which helped them to retain Bledisloe Cup

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James Parsons praised the All Blacks' improvement in their tactical kicking during their Bledisloe Cup win against the Wallabies in Auckland.

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24 Rugby Stars To Watch In The 2026--27 Investec Champions Cup - FloRugby

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Watch: Stormers stars light up Champs Cup - SA Rugby magazine

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Saracens sack player who sparked Stokes captaincy crisis after latest incident

Prem club release statement after releasing Totoa Auvaa ‘His conduct falls short of the standards expected’ Saracens have sacked the rugby player who sparked English cricket’s captaincy crisis on a night out with Ben Stokes and Gus Atkinson last summer following his involvement in another alcohol-related incident. In…

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Ugo, Danny and Chris talk tries, Christion Wade, Shaun Edwards and the perfect steak.

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The Springboks rookie that almost got away and why Craven Week is so important

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Stormers sensation Riley Norton has revealed why he chose to pursue a career in rugby, despite being international-capped at age-grade cricket.

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Italy name 30-player squad for WXV Global Series tour of USA - Rugbypass.com

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24 Investec Champions Cup Rugby Facts To Know - FloRugby

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Ex-Wallabies’ ‘monster’ verdict on Jordie Barrett and ‘astronomical’ All Blacks stat that highlighted ‘difference’ between sides

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Former Wallabies were left in awe of Jordie Barrett’s latest performance for the Bledisloe Cup-retaining All Blacks.

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Ulster's second-half form suggests they can open with a Challenge Cup win - Irish Mirror

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Exciting prospect Luan Giliomee named in Bulls' Champions Cup squad - SABC Sport

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Sam Prendergast responds to criticism of biggest weakness ahead of Champions Cup opener - RugbyLAD

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Top 14 round up: Antoine Dupont brace keeps Toulouse at the top while newly promoted side remain winless - Planet Rugby

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Top 14 round up: Antoine Dupont brace keeps Toulouse at the top while newly promoted side remain winless

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Antoine Dupont inspired Toulouse to an impressive comeback on Sunday, as they continued their aggressive start to the Top 14 season.

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This Week On FloRugby: Champions Cup, Challenge Cup Oct. 16-18 - FloRugby

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Investec Champions Cup 2026-27 Rugby Pools - FloRugby

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Bronson Mills returns as Lions name squad for first-ever Champions Cup match - The Citizen

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Japan and Fiji set up Pacific Nations Cup 2026 final meeting

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Points pile-ups, old-school Saracens and a royal pint - Prem talking points

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After a try-filled round of action, how high can scoreboard inflation climb and what is behind it?

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WRU names businessman Faulkner as new chairman

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Lyndon Faulkner, the nephew of Wales legend Charlie Faulkner, will take the role at the WRU's annual general meeting on 22 November.

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Who’s hot and who’s not: ‘Sumptuous’ All Black Jordie Barrett, ‘swashbuckling’ Saints and ‘honeymoon over’ for Les Kiss

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All Blacks, Northampton, Edinburgh and Shaun Edwards are up in lights with Australia, Lions and Bristol making headlines for all the wrong reasons.

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Ex-Hurricanes Poua coach takes on key Fiji women’s rugby role - Rugbypass.com

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Tom Willis steps up to dominate Top 14 in Jack's absence - Rugbypass.com

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RUGBY WORLD CUP FRANCE 2023 - DEFENDER CAMPAIGN

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Wallabies star claims side ‘faced the music’ after All Blacks thrashing as Australia ‘chomping at the bit’ in revenge match

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Wallabies fullback Tom Wright has revealed that his side "faced the music" after their 50-19 loss to the All Blacks at the weekend, but are "chomping at the bit" as they look to get their revenge on Saturday.

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All Blacks great claims Wallabies had ‘false sense of security’ as Dave Rennie’s side faced the real Springboks

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The Wallabies were disadvantaged by facing a weaker Springboks, according to an All Blacks great.

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PREM Rugby: Why the tries keep coming, and is Test rugby following?

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We went through every number we could find to work out what's driving the Prem's try-fest, whether it's good for the game, and what it does for England.

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GET TO KNOW OUR CHAMPIONS CUP OPPONENTS…. - Sale Sharks

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In photos: Red Roses training ahead of Canada clash | WXV Global Series - Rugby Football Union

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Songs of the South

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Bulls name 14 Springboks in Champions Cup squad - The Citizen

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EXPLAINED: 2026-27 EPCR CHALLENGE CUP FORMAT - Newcastle Red Bulls

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All Blacks: Beauden Barrett opens up on the ‘mental challenge’ he faced during omission from Test side

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Experienced New Zealand utility back has opened up on how challenging it was to be on the outskirts of the All Blacks Test team in recent months.

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PREM Rugby Team of the Week: England hopefuls take ‘giant stride’ towards Test squad as Steve Borthwick ‘sent a message’ by forgotten back

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Immanuel Feyi-Waboso injury ‘concern’ emerges as Exeter Chiefs sweat over England star

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The back is now a major doubt heading into their Investec Champions Cup meeting with Toulouse.

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Bulls face competition for Malcolm Marx signature amid doubts over Springboks Rugby World Cup winner’s future

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Two South African teams look set to battle for the signature of the current World Rugby Player of the Year.

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Champions Cup as the new Planet of the Apes: New rolling maul rules are rubbish - Irish Mirror

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Exeter examine extent of Feyi-Waboso injury

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England winger Immanuel Feyi-Waboso will have a scan on a hamstring injury he suffered in Exeter's win over Newcastle.

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‘We’ve had three wins between us — not a great return’ — provinces already on the back foot as they head into Champions Cup action - Irish Independent

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Champions Cup jury: Is this the year for Leinster, how far can Munster go, should Connacht sacrifice Europe for the URC? - Irish Independent

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How are Munster, Leinster and Connacht looking ahead of Champions Cup openers? - The Irish Times

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2026-27 Champions Cup preview: Lions - SA Rugby magazine

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Bath Rugby 'ready to end French dominance' in Europe, says top pundit - Somerset Live

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