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The Haka

The Haka is the traditional Maori war dance performed by New Zealand teams at the beginning of a match.

The Basics

Rugby has a simple objective. That being to score a try over the opponents' goal line.

Player Positions

A rugby team is divided into forwards and backs. Forwards are usually the larger, stronger players on the team, while the backs are often smaller, faster and more agile.

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Learn about Rugby Sevens with DJ Forbes

Learn the ins and outs of rugby sevens with All Blacks Sevens legend DJ Forbes.

7 Questions with the Sevens Captains

We put All Blacks Sevens co-captain Tim Mikkelson and Black Ferns Sevens captain Sarah Goss to the test with a rapid fire seven questions during the combined Captain's photo.

Flying High with the Black Ferns Sevens

The Black Ferns Sevens have taken to the skies to enhance their video analysis of training, as we chat to analyst Stu Ross about their recently acquired drone.

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