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Quotes of 2014

Quotes of 2014

It's time to look back through some of the best soundbites and quips from the last year.

O'Driscoll backs Carter for World Cup

O'Driscoll backs Carter for World Cup

Brian O'Driscoll has backed Dan Carter as the man to claim the ten jersey for New Zealand next year if they are to retain the World Cup.

Nonu and Nalaga off to Toulon

Nonu and Nalaga off to Toulon

Toulon have landed a big blow in the battle for Top 14 supremacy with the signings of Ma'a Nonu and Napolioni Nalaga.

SBW to make boxing comeback

SBW to make boxing comeback

All Blacks coach Steve Hansen has cleared star centre Sonny Bill Williams to resume his boxing career in January.

Newbies of the Year

Newbies of the Year

Getting your shot in the first-team is part of the ongoing battle for rugby hopefuls, but in 2014 this group of starlets took their opportunity.

More New Zealand News

  • Carter signs for Racing Metro
  • Hansen re-signs with All Blacks
  • Pools for Wellington Sevens
  • Tietjens focused on mental attitude
  • Retallick crowned New Zealand's best
  • Carter desperate for playing time
  • Expert Witness: November Tests
  • Team of the November Tests
  • Elliot eyeing World Cup spot
  • Two new faces for NZ Sevens
  • Retallick up for more awards
  • Expert Witness: November Tests
  • Cowan not giving up on Test recall
  • New challenge for Retallick
  • Team of the Week: November Tests
  • Hansen wants back-to-back RWCs
  • McCaw proud of All Blacks
  • Wales stunned by Barrett brilliance ReportWales stunned by Barrett brilliance
  • Retallick crowned Player of the Year
  • McCaw downplays personal milestone
  • Fly-half bond helps Barrett
  • Preview: Wales v New Zealand PreviewPreview: Wales v New Zealand
  • Japan, Argentina added to Super Rugby
  • All Blacks 'there to be taken' - Webb
  • Wales too soon for 'rusty' Carter
  • Big guns back for NZ, no Carter
  • No training as SBW becomes a father
  • Squad freshness delights Mealamu
  • North sings Savea's praises
  • IRB inducts 15 into Hall of Fame
  • Rankings: Ireland move up to third
  • Vito, Bird return to New Zealand
  • Carter relieved to finish unscathed
  • Hansen backs Scotland for success
  • All Blacks survive Scotland scare ReportAll Blacks survive Scotland scare
  • Preview: Scotland v New Zealand PreviewPreview: Scotland v New Zealand
  • Ban homophobic fans for life - Owens
  • McCaw's blindside move not permanent
  • NZ make 13 changes for Scotland
  • Carter set to face Scotland
  • Player of the Year nominees revealed
  • Mealamu eyes set-piece improvement
  • Braid explains Bordeaux switch
  • Romano set to feature at Murrayfield
  • Team of the Week: November Tests
  • Rankings: Australia rise, England fall
  • Nonu and Manoa signings complete?
  • NZ lose Smith for Scotland Test
  • Hansen dismisses World Cup "baloney"
  • All Blacks with 14 were 'exemplary'
  • Hansen hails 'mental fortitude'
  • NZ master conditions to beat England ReportNZ master conditions to beat England
  • Maori All Blacks squeeze past Japan ReportMaori All Blacks squeeze past Japan
  • Nonu to join Toulon?
  • England start surprised Cruden
  • SBW 'massively better' - Hansen
  • Preview: England v New Zealand PreviewPreview: England v New Zealand
  • Taylor starts for Maori
  • Cruden, SBW keep All Blacks places
  • All Blacks new kit goes all black
  • Savea plays down Lomu comparisons
  • NZ up security to prevent 2013 repeat
  • McCaw unsure about retirement date
  • Smith 'ready to rock and roll'
  • Slade and Parsons added to AB squad
  • Cullen tips Savea for scoring record
  • All Blacks lose pair for tour
  • All Blacks ready for 'changed' England
  • SBW in doubt for England clash
  • All Blacks put 70 points on USA ReportAll Blacks put 70 points on USA
  • Ruthless Maori thrash Japan ReportRuthless Maori thrash Japan
  • Slade ready to follow Donald's example
  • Clever owes debt to New Zealand
  • Tameifuna changes his mind
  • Preview: USA v New Zealand PreviewPreview: USA v New Zealand
  • Maori All Blacks pick 10 debutants
  • SBW, Cruden to start for All Blacks
  • Carter aims for Chicago comeback
  • SBW a mercenary - Mains
  • NZ Maori cancel Singapore match
  • Patience pays off for recalled Vito
  • Test rugby in decline - Spencer
  • Nonu not heading to Toulon
  • Crotty and more heartbreaking tries
  • All Blacks call up Carter and SBW
  • Player of the Year nominee: Ben Smith
  • Last-minute All Blacks edge Wallabies ReportLast-minute All Blacks edge Wallabies
  • Player of the Year nominee: Read
  • This weekend's predictions!
  • Wallaby issues doesn't concern McCaw
  • World Players' Player Award shortlist
  • Preview: Australia v New Zealand PreviewPreview: Australia v New Zealand
  • RWC 2015 ticket prices revealed
  • 'Unlucky' tackle won't change Messam
  • Expert Witness: November Tests
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International Match
Saturday , November 22
Wales 16 - 34 New Zealand
Saturday , November 15
Scotland 16 - 24 New Zealand
Saturday , November 8
England 21 - 24 New Zealand
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2 South Africa 6 19
3 Australia 6 11
4 Argentina 6 7
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Quotes of 2014

It's time to look back through some of the best soundbites and quips from the last year.

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Gallery: Dubai Sevens

We take a look at some of the best images from the second leg of the World Sevens Series

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Planet Rugby Features

Far Side Preview: North v South

Far Side Preview: North v South

It's that time of year again! Get set for the annual North v South Derby at the Stade de Frigid on December 25.

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Planet Rugby's Quiz of 2014

We at Planet Rugby put our heads together and came up with 50 rugby-related questions from 2014 and beyond. Let's see how you do!

Loose Pass

Loose Pass

Welcome to Loose Pass, our weekly dishing up of mince pies, Christmas puddings and festive roasts.

Newbies of the Year

Newbies of the Year

Getting your shot in the first-team is part of the ongoing battle for rugby hopefuls, but in 2014 this group of starlets took their opportunity.