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NZ Herald
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- NZ Herald
Listen to The Country online: Scott Barrett talks rugby and fishing
Kaiwaka Clothing's brand ambassador, Scott Barrett spoke to Jamie Mackay today. Today on The Country radio show, host Jamie Mackay catches up with Kaiwaka Clothing ambassador, fishing fan, and All Blacks captain Scott Barrett. Mackay picks Barrett's brains about rugby before the pair find out who won the Kaiwaka fishing trip promotion. On with the show: Scott Barrett: We announce the
NZ Herald
16-07-2025
- Climate
- NZ Herald
Kaiwaka Stormforce sets the farm standard
Scott Barrett knows what it means to push through tough conditions. 'Stormforce isn't just waterproof—it's workproof. That's the difference. 'Whether it's a test match or a tough day on the land, it's about showing up and staying strong. 'That's what Stormforce is made for.' We didn't sit in a boardroom guessing what you need. We went to the source, asking our global network of farmers the important questions. And then we got to work. 'The best ideas come from those doing it tough, and we're here to deliver,' — Kaiwaka Design Team. 'There were definitely some ideas we hadn't thought about. 'This is why we have a trialist network.' Built for the weather. Refined by you. You asked for gear that doesn't rip. We gave you RipStop fabric, a reinforced grid woven into the outer layer that stops tears in their tracks. Because when you're knee-deep in mud and feeding out, the last thing you need is your jacket waving the white flag. You wanted to stay dry without overheating. We gave you Twin Skin Technology, a dual-layer system that blocks wind and rain on the outside, while pulling moisture away from your skin to keep you dry and comfortable. You needed gear that dries fast and keeps moving with you. We added Mesh & DryCuff Technology for rapid drying, so it's ready to work when you are. You wanted simplicity that works, so we added a magnetic storm flap that keeps water out, no matter what. Tested to the max We punished Kaiwaka Stormforce, and it refused to flinch. SeamFused Technology means no stitching, no weak points, just high-frequency welded seams that are 100% waterproof and built to last. Every feature, every fabric, every finish has been field-tested by the people who need it most. Because when your gear fails, your day gets harder, and that's not an option. Dry. Warm. Unstoppable. Kaiwaka Stormforce isn't just about protection, it's about performance too. It's about staying dry without the bulk, warm without the sweat, and protected without being restricted. This is gear that works as hard as you do. From the 4am starts to shifting fences battling sideways rain, from drenching mobs in the frost and the kinds of days that don't come with a knock-off time. 'Designed by farmers, for farmers is more than a principle—it is our process,' — Kaiwaka Design Team. 'Built on real feedback from real farmers, the new Stormforce reflects the lived experience of those working in some of the toughest conditions in the country. 'Their voices shaped every detail, from the structural enhancements to the smallest finishing touches.' Stormforce Shaped by farmers. Designed to perform. Made to outlast.
Yahoo
12-07-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Improved All Blacks beat France 43-17 in the 2nd test to seal a series win
WELLINGTON, New Zealand (AP) — Ardie Savea scored a try and led the All Blacks superbly Saturday to a 43-17 win over France in the second test and an unassailable 2-0 lead in the three-test series. Savea took over the captaincy from the injured Scott Barrett and under his leadership the All Blacks produced a more intense and physical performance than in the first test in which they scraped home 31-27. Advertisement The All Blacks dominated through their forwards against a French team that had 10 changes to its starting lineup from the first test and still lacked most of its Six Nations stars. 'This week we talked about our defense and we wanted to bring fire in that area and we did that in most parts of the game,' Savea said. 'I proud of our boys for just sticking with it and doing a good job tonight.' With greater control of possession, New Zealand was able to set a higher tempo than in the first test and play more often in the French half. With quick ball and an ability to dominate the collision area and offload in tackles, New Zealand scored six tries on two. Four of those tries came in the first half and only two in the second in which the All Blacks were less clinical. Advertisement The All Blacks were dangerous around the fringes of breakdowns through Savea and Cam Roigard and unstoppable when they got the ball wide to fullback Will Jordan and winger Rieko Ioane who scored tries. The credit belonged mostly to the forwards who fully atoned for a submissive first test performance. After a penalty to Beauden Barrett, Roigard scored the first try of the match in the 14th minute when he linked with Savea who broke on the blindside. Savea scored in the 23rd minute, pivoting away a lineout drive to touch down while New Zealand was reduced to 14 men with Beauden Barrett in the sin-bin. Advertisement Hooker Codie Taylor scored from another lineout drive in the 23rd minute, then backrower Tupou Vaa'i ended the first half with a try from a superb handling movement which involved Savea, Ioane and center Billy Proctor. France made five changes at the start of the second half and produced better rugby and their first try in the 47th minute through fullback Leo Barre. The All Blacks responded with tries to Jordan in the 54th minute and Ioane in the 62nd, again from slick handling. France had the last say when they scored in the 77th minute through Ireland-born lock Joshua Brennan. But New Zealand regained the Dave Gallagher Trophy for the first time in seven years. The third test will be played at Hamilton next weekend. ___ AP rugby: The Associated Press
Telegraph
12-07-2025
- Sport
- Telegraph
New Zealand v France: latest updates from second Test in Wellington
New Zealand have been dealt a blow ahead of the second Test as captain Scott Barrett has been ruled out for the remainder of the series with a calf injury. Ardie Savea will captain the side in Barrett's absence. Sevu Reece is also not available today after going off with concussion in the first minute of the first Test. Caleb Clarke, who was set to replace Reece, has also been ruled out with an ankle injury, which means he will take no part in the rest of the series. France are still searching for their first win in New Zealand since 2009 and have never beaten New Zealand in Wellington. The city does not hold good memories for France, who lost 19-14 to Tonga at the Rugby World Cup in 2011. When these sides met in Wellington back in June 2018, New Zealand won 26-13 courtesy of tries from Joe Moody, Ben Smith and a double from Jordie Barrett. France's cause that day was not helped by an 11 th -minute red card for full-back Benjamin Fall. That game represented the first time all three Barrett brothers started a game for New Zealand, which was a first for the nation. Since that match though, New Zealand have won just once in the nation's capital in their last six matches there. Kick-off from Wellington is at 8.05am BST.
Newsroom
10-07-2025
- Sport
- Newsroom
Small bets, high hopes for Wellington test
Rugby commentating legend Phil Gifford won't bet against the French when they take on the All Blacks in Wellington tomorrow night. 'It's France, I don't know what the hell I'm expecting to be honest,' he tells The Detail. 'It could go either way.' In today's episode of The Detail, Gifford discusses captaincy, Television Match Officials, the number 10 jersey, and – after 50 years of rugby journalism – he has some wise advice for those planning on waging a bet. 'Don't put a large amount of money that you can't afford on it, for goodness' sake. You might make your fortune, but on the other side of the coin, it is France. And anybody who bets large amounts of money either for or against France in rugby is really not being very sensible.' Despite fielding a B-team in New Zealand – part of their Rugby World Cup planning strategy – the French still proved competitive against a full-strength All Blacks side in Dunedin last week. They scored the first try and ultimately lost by only four points, 31-27. 'It was an extraordinary game, quite surreal in many ways because everybody expected the poor old French, I think, to be thrashed basically. 'I thought the French played exceptionally well. I thought that we played well in patches, certainly plenty of promise there with some of the players they have brought in, particularly young Fabian Holland, the lock, from the Highlanders. 'By and large, it was one of the weirdest test matches I've seen, but I certainly don't feel depressed about the All Blacks' prospects for this season.' For Saturday night's game, the All Blacks selectors have favoured consistency, naming a largely settled side with just two injury-enforced changes. Rieko Ioane moves to the right wing with Sevu Reece out with a concussion. Caleb Clarke makes the starting XV on the left. Patrick Tuipulotu will also start at lock with captain Scott Barrett out of the series due to a calf injury. Ardie Savea will replace Barrett as captain. '[Scott Barrett] is definitely a blow; he has proven himself, I think, with the Crusaders and the All Blacks. He's that sort of solid guy that you know every game he's going to go out there and leave absolutely everything on the field. 'When you watch Barrett in the last quarter of a game, that's when I think he's at his best because he really, really is an absolute workhorse, and he's also extremely good on defence, he's terrific on defence, and so he's a helluva blow.' But Gifford welcomes Savea as the replacement skipper. 'All of us love Ardie Savea, how could you not … for Moana Pacifica, he just played his heart out. He's a fabulous footballer … but are we expecting a bit too much of Ardie? Because he looked, to me, absolutely wrung out at the end of Super Rugby. 'But fingers crossed, he is the sort of guy that I would imagine, for example, in this next test coming up in Wellington, he will be playing the way he always does for 80 minutes of non-stop action.' Sports reports and commentary this week have been critical of referees and the overuse of Television Match Officials, and Gifford agrees that the TMOs slow down the game. 'You now have so many eyes on it [the game],' Gifford tells The Detail podcast. 'Every time they [the All Blacks] take a breath, it's examined by about three or four pairs of eyes. 'Once upon a time, when you were at the ground, you clapped and cheered and jumped up and down, or whatever you did, or you were in your living room, and you did the same thing. 'But now a try scored, you think 'Don't go to the TMO, don't go to the TMO, don't go to the TMO', but nine times out of 10 they do.' The second test kicks off at 7.05 pm Saturday. The French will be buoyed by their first test performance and will be looking to beat the All Blacks on home soil for the first time since 2009. But they have never beaten the All Blacks in Wellington, a record the Kiwi side will be determined to continue. Check out how to listen to and follow The Detail here. You can also stay up-to-date by liking us on Facebook or following us on Twitter.
