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Autumn International Tests – Disciplinary updates

cmr / November 12, 2012 / No comments

The IRB have cited two players after the first weekend of Autumn International Tests.

Rob Simmons of Australia luckily avoided being sent off after a crunching late ‘tip’ tackle on France’s Yannick Nyanga. Simmons caught a break because none of the match officials saw the number of the offending player so he couldn’t be sent off.

On Sunday, Adam Thomson of New Zealand All Blacks was binned for ‘stamping or trampling’ Alasdair Strokosh of Scotland. A ban for Thomson could in theory end his All Blacks career on a downer; he’s widely expected to move to Japan and a ban resulting from this incident would most likely rule him out of the rest of these Autumn tests.

See the full press release after the break…

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New adidas Predator Incurza TRX FG Rugby Boot reviewed by Dan Carter

cmr / June 26, 2012 / No comments

A pair of the brand new Predator Incurza TRX FG rugby boots from adidas landed in our warehouse last week for a quick sneak-peak ahead of launch next month.

In keeping with Predator tradition, it’s a bit of a technical marvel. Packed with new features and refinements from years of constant development, it would be easy to write a short essay on these rugby boots!

However, adi have a man on hand much more qualified to extol their virtues. Over to you Dan Carter…

Get them now from rugbystore.co.uk.

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How we Watched the All Blacks Win – Video

cmr / October 27, 2011 / No comments

This is a great video looking at the crowd reactions to the RWC Final; All Blacks v France. If this doesn’t send a shiver down your spine then you’re probably a cold, emotionless robot!

httpv://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cqSgVYNxFbM

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adidas promo video celebrating the All Blacks RWC win

cmr / October 25, 2011 / No comments

This just arrived from adidas: promo video celebrating the All Blacks win at the Rugby World Cup. Worth a look!

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We all send out Love to Jonah Lomu

cmr / September 28, 2011 / No comments

New is coming through that New Zealand All Blacks legend and all round top bloke, Jonah Lomu, has been admitted to Auckland City hospital after a health scare relating to his kidneys. Early reports are saying that he is in a stable condition. There isn’t much news as his family have requested privacy while he is treated.

Lomu was diagnosed with the kidney disorder nephrotic syndrome in 1995. He received a donor kidney in 2004.

The All Blacks at the RWC have gathered to send a message to Lomu this morning; “Kia Kaha”, or stay strong. We all share this message to Jonah and wish him a speedy recovery.

Jonah Lomu preparing for battle in the 1999 RWC

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New Zealand All Blacks – launch vid for the new All Blacks shirt

cmr / August 4, 2011 / No comments

Another video, this time from adidas for the launch of the New Zealand All Blacks shirt.

What do you think? I really like it – takes a different approach to a lot of rugby promo; avoids the clichés of hard hitting, in-your-face stuff you often get with rugby ads. Not that I’m saying there’s anything wrong with some big hits!! This is just a bit of a change. Let me know what you think.

httpv://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MSwJ_ivKotc

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All Blacks vs South Africa – the game in photos

cmr / August 2, 2011 / No comments

Saturday 30 August saw the New Zealand All Blacks take on South Africa in the 2011 Tri-Nations. The game was a strong display from the All Blacks, beating South Africa 40-7.

The game was also notable as the unveiling of the new All Blacks rugby shirts. The new shirt has been a very closely guarded secret with only a few key adidas people getting access.

Developed over two years in conjunction with key senior players, including captain Richie McCaw, the shirt features significant changes in terms of construction and technology. although the most obvious change is the white collar [paying tribute to the All Blacks legacy], the shirt has been rebuilt from scratch using new fabrics and technologies.

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