OPINION
Cut the rhetoric, Australia and NZ can't live without one another
For all the questions before the competition kicked off, Super Rugby Pacific was a massive win for NZ and Australia.
Tony Johnson Tony Johnson is one of the game’s best commentators having worked at Sky TV New Zealand for more than 20 years, which has seen him call All Blacks tests all over the world, as well as Super Rugby Rugby, Olympics and Commonwealth Games. He’s also a columnist at NZ Rugby World and co-author of the successful book Behind the Silver Fern - The Players Speak.
OPINION
Nothing compares to a World Cup in South Africa
It's a sad state of affairs that South Africa will likely never host another Rugby World Cup.
OPINION
Who's to blame for the red card epidemic?
The judiciary needs to come down harder on players who aren't following the law.
OPINION
Unscrambling the All Blacks' midfield puzzle
The All Blacks have plenty of options in the midfield but no obvious combinations to call upon.
OPINION
World Rugby's rankings only paint half a picture
There’s always something that's left to be desired by the World Rugby rankings.
Two Smiling Giants: A Tribute
In the space of 24 hours, rugby lost two smiling giants of the game.
OPINION
Stilted Super Rugby Pacific kicks off exactly when needed
Super Rugby Pacific is finally here - even it's not quite in the format everyone was hoping for.
OPINION
It's time to embrace Japan
Greg Cooper's comments about New Zealand forging stronger relations with Japan are timely.
Has Santa brought an early present for the All Blacks?
Joe Schmidt could be just the tonic that the All Blacks need.
OPINION
Regulation changes just one step on road to rugby equality
A regulation change is a welcome move, even if it does carry the hint of a compromise.
Final chance for Foster's All Blacks to prove credentials
The All Blacks must avoid back-to-back losses to round out the season.
OPINION
USA and Wales important stops on All Blacks' world tour
There are some very good reasons for the All Blacks' visit to America.
A tribute to a fallen Chief
Tony Johnson pays tribute to fallen Chiefs and Maori All Blacks player Sean Wainui.
A conflict 100 years in the making
Can any sporting rivalry match what 100 years of All Blacks v Springboks battles have produced?
Jordie Barrett red highlights pros of NZR and RA joining forces
Sense has prevailed in the Southern Hemisphere - but will World Rugby follow suit?
Love, hate relationship
The rise and fall of Eddie Jones is a story New Zealanders are not surprised to be reading.
End of an era
Super Rugby Aotearoa engaged fans but broke the players and may not be the long term answer for NZ.
