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@African-Monkey said in Super Rugby 2025:

From the Blues, I can't for the life of me remember Mike Reid.

Also. I remember the game v the Reds in 2016, was a 25-25 draw, but are they sure about the Mike Mayhew one? I feel like it was Nic Mayhew who played that day. He played a lot for us that season, I don't recall Mike Mayhew playing that game.

Going by the Rugby Almanack you are correct - Nic Mayhew played eight game for the Blues in 2016, Mike Mayhew never played for the Blues.

Kane Williamson out for 60.
171 minutes, 122 balls, 7 fours.

Kane Williamson 53* for ND v Auckland.

Brought up his 50 in 154 minutes off 112 balls, 7 fours.

@Chris said in Hurricanes 2025:

What happened to the rumoured Patrick Tuifua signing ?,has he changed his mind or gone to another franchise.You wouldn't think he would have taken a WTG contract when he would earn much more money in France.

Tuifua is "signed" as pre-season injury cover only for Brayden Iose who had surgery during the NPC. Once Iose returns to full fitness, maybe not in time for season opener, then Tuifua will be gone unless there are injuries to other loose forwards.

NZR have not changed Ireland to France in the update.

Wellington did something similar for their semi-final v HB last year when they brought in Morgan Mitchell on loan from Southland.

@Canes4life said in Hurricanes 2025:

Interesting quote from the French coach re Tuifua: “A lot of people talk, say he would like to play for the All Blacks but it’s not exactly that when you talk to him. He wants to play Super Rugby, he has set himself this objective of playing it with the Hurricanes franchise,” Calvet said in February.

More here -

New Zealand team beat FIVE Top 14 clubs to ‘most sought-after’ French prospect’s signature – report

New Zealand appear to have beaten France in the race for a highly rated U20 forward.

There is no doubt, however, that his decision to commit to the Hurricanes – should it be confirmed – is a boost to New Zealand and will harm France’s chances of selecting him going forward.

Yep, let's wait for the squad naming. Next week?

First HB rep team was the Under 18's in 2021. When he arrived back from playing for the French U20 this year he had an injury which ultimately required an operation. That's why he only played three games in the NPC this year.

If he has been signed for the Canes that is great news.

The team naming has now changed to;

Nah mate, I reckon 5pm NZ time.

What is capacity - 5 or 6 thousand? About right for NPC these days?

Rugby Park, Invercargill has been renamed Bekhuis Park for this match as Josh Bekhuis will play his 144th match for Southland to become the most capped Southlander of all time, passing Jason Rutledge's tally of 143.

AB's squad named at 2pm Monday for end of year tour.

First game of the NPC this year for Devan Flanders. Tim Farrell, Folau Fakatava and Danny Toala all return from injury as well.

This was anounced back in June.

Jared Wright  /  Jun 7, 2024  /  France

Fabien Galthie reveals plans for 20 'premium' France players who will miss All Blacks tour

Fabien Galthie has revealed plans for the 2027 World Cup and beyond, including a 20-man 'premium' list of France stars who will not face the All Blacks.

@Canes4life said in NPC 2024:

Anyone know if this game is being televised?

Sky TV is not screening the match. It will be streamed on HBRU Facebook page