All Blacks’ guard up after Marler’s shot

Scott Barrett suggested England’s Joe Marler had “loaded the gun” ahead of Saturday’s clash at Twickenham after calling on the All Blacks to ditch performing the haka.

All Blacks face ‘discomfort’ for poor finishing

New Zealand boss Scott Robertson and skipper Scott Barrett head home expecting a backlash after successive defeats to the Springboks in the Republic.

‘Hurt’ All Blacks wary of Pollard, Willie

Skipper Scott Barrett said New Zealand are braced for an aerial battle with veteran playmakers Handre Pollard and Willie le Roux starting for the Springboks on Saturday.

Scooter revved up for Bok revenge

All Blacks skipper Scott Barrett is using the heartbreak of the 2023 Rugby World Cup final loss to the Springboks as motivation when the teams clash on Saturday.

Barrett fit to face Boks

Scott Barrett will return from injury for New Zealand’s Rugby Championship matches in South Africa, the All Blacks said, but the team has fitness concerns elsewhere.

Ardie gets All Blacks captaincy

World Player of the Year Ardie Savea will take over the All Blacks captaincy in the opening Rugby Championship Tests against Argentina, as Scott Barrett has been ruled out through injury.

Barrett in doubt for Rugby Champs

All Blacks captain Scott Barrett is recovering from finger surgery and it is unclear when he will return to the field, New Zealand Rugby said on Saturday.

All Blacks elect Barrett as new captain

Scott Robertson named a new All Blacks captain as he unveiled his squad to face England in a two-Test series next month.

Star duo commit to All Blacks

Codie Taylor and Scott Barrett have committed to the All Blacks until the 2027 Rugby World Cup, New Zealand Rugby have announced.

Barrett joins Crusaders injury ward

All Blacks lock Scott Barrett is expected to miss the next six weeks with a fractured finger, the Crusaders confirmed, adding to the woes of the winless Super Rugby champions.