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Patrick McKendry
Digital Sport Reporter

Patrick McKendry is an award-winning sports reporter. He has worked at TVNZ since 2022.
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Patrick McKendry is an award-winning sports writer and author with more than 30 years in journalism.
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Referee Matthew Carley signals a penalty for South Africa in Dublin after Ireland were alleged to have collapsed a defensive scrum.

Analysis: Boks demolition men have put All Blacks on notice

South Africa have shown a ruthlessness and innovation that could expose New Zealand during next year's 'Greatest Rivalry' tour, argues Patrick McKendry.

Rugby

Wed, Nov 26

Richie Mo'unga, the All Blacks' incumbent No.10 at the last World Cup, has continued his success at Toshiba.

Richie Mo'unga: 'I don't expect to walk straight back into the All Blacks'

In an interview with 1News from Japan, the talented playmaker talks about next year's South Africa tour, his development abroad, and linking with Razor again.

Rugby

Tue, Nov 25

1:29

Rieko Ioane scores for the All Blacks against Wales in Cardiff.

'The guys stood up' – Robertson praises All Blacks' final flourish

Head coach sees promising signs during his team's victory over Wales in Cardiff in their last Test of the year.

Rugby

Sun, Nov 23

Caleb Clarke goes on the attack for the All Blacks in Cardiff.

All Blacks turn on late flourish to power past gritty Wales

The All Blacks scored seven tries to four in their final Test of the year but only took charge in the final quarter in Cardiff.

Rugby

Sun, Nov 23

Ruben Love prepares for his only other start in a Test - against France in Hamilton in July.

Forgotten men rewarded for All Blacks in final Test of year

Ruben Love and Rieko Ioane, two players at the opposite ends of their career, get opportunities to impress against Wales in Cardiff.

Rugby

Fri, Nov 21

Referee Matthew Carley signals a penalty for South Africa in Dublin after Ireland were alleged to have collapsed a defensive scrum.

Analysis: Boks demolition men have put All Blacks on notice

South Africa have shown a ruthlessness and innovation that could expose New Zealand during next year's 'Greatest Rivalry' tour, argues Patrick McKendry.

Rugby

Wed, Nov 26

Richie Mo'unga, the All Blacks' incumbent No.10 at the last World Cup, has continued his success at Toshiba.

Richie Mo'unga: 'I don't expect to walk straight back into the All Blacks'

In an interview with 1News from Japan, the talented playmaker talks about next year's South Africa tour, his development abroad, and linking with Razor again.

Rugby

Tue, Nov 25

1:29

Rieko Ioane scores for the All Blacks against Wales in Cardiff.

'The guys stood up' – Robertson praises All Blacks' final flourish

Head coach sees promising signs during his team's victory over Wales in Cardiff in their last Test of the year.

Rugby

Sun, Nov 23

Caleb Clarke goes on the attack for the All Blacks in Cardiff.

All Blacks turn on late flourish to power past gritty Wales

The All Blacks scored seven tries to four in their final Test of the year but only took charge in the final quarter in Cardiff.

Rugby

Sun, Nov 23

Ruben Love prepares for his only other start in a Test - against France in Hamilton in July.

Forgotten men rewarded for All Blacks in final Test of year

Ruben Love and Rieko Ioane, two players at the opposite ends of their career, get opportunities to impress against Wales in Cardiff.

Rugby

Fri, Nov 21

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Damian McKenzie prepares to come on for the All Blacks against Scotland in Edinburgh.

McKenzie in hot seat as All Blacks ring the changes for Wales

Damian McKenzie named as No.10 for the Test in Cardiff, with loose forward Simon Parker the only All Black to retain his place.

Rugby

Thu, Nov 20

Ruben Love is interviewed after his start for the All Blacks against France in Hamilton in July.

Analysis: Wales clash a test of All Blacks' resolve, Robertson's conservatism

Head coach Scott Robertson will roll the dice for his team's final Test of the year – with a big question mark over how far he will go, writes Patrick McKendry.

Rugby

Wed, Nov 19

All Blacks head coach Scott Robertson makes a call at Twickenham alongside assistants, from left, Scott Hansen and Jason Ryan, and, far right, Jason Holland.

Robertson defends coaching group after latest All Blacks' meltdown

Familiar failings against England will add to the scrutiny on head coach Robertson and his assistants 23 months out from the World Cup.

Rugby

Mon, Nov 17

Cortez Ratima is tackled by England's Maro Itoje, left, and Ellis Genge at Twickenham.

Analysis: Inexperience and lack of leadership a bad mix for All Blacks

Head coach Scott Robertson called his team's lapses "frustrating" after the England loss, but what is causing them? Patrick McKendry has a theory.

Rugby

Mon, Nov 17

All Blacks head coach Scott Robertson and Beauden Barrett, right, reflect on their team's loss to England.

All Blacks reveal 'hurt' as Grand Slam dream crushed by England

Head coach Scott Robertson says his men are hugely disappointed at their failure but was at a loss to explain another third-quarter meltdown.

Rugby

Sun, Nov 16

2:13

The All Blacks walk back to the tryline after conceding points to England at Twickenham.

England expose familiar failings to sink All Blacks' Grand Slam hopes

The English scored 25 unanswered points against the All Blacks at Twickenham for a deserved victory - their first against New Zealand in six years.

Rugby

Sun, Nov 16

Leicester Fainga'anuku surveys his options for the All Blacks against Scotland at Murrayfield.

'His spot' – How one player's power, versatility changed the All Blacks

Leicester Fainga'anuku will shift from centre to left wing against England and, either way, the All Blacks need him on the field.

Rugby

Fri, Nov 14

Scott Barrett returns from a cut leg to lead the All Blacks against England.

All Blacks: Scott Barrett back, midfield re-shuffled for England

Skipper Barrett returns from a gashed leg, with the in-form Leicester Fainga'anuku moved from centre to left wing to cover for the injured Caleb Clarke.

Rugby

Thu, Nov 13

Josh Lord, right, supports Fabian Holland during the All Blacks' win over Scotland.

'We take confidence' - how young locks are boosting All Blacks

Skipper Scott Barrett will likely return against England, but Fabian Holland and Josh Lord will be backed to deliver again this weekend.

Rugby

Thu, Nov 13

1:30

All Blacks replacement Damian McKenzie holds off Scotland's Blair Kinghorn on his way to the tryline at Murrayfield.

'Critical' – McKenzie's cameo highlights development for All Blacks

Damian McKenzie's star turn against Scotland was a shining example of the improvement of the bench under head coach Scott Robertson.

Rugby

Tue, Nov 11

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Jamie George speaks to his England teammates after their victory over Fiji at Twickenham.

England say they won't 'sit back in awe' of 'fantastic' All Blacks

England hooker Jamie George says his side will respect the All Blacks at Twickenham next weekend but not to their detriment.

Rugby

Mon, Nov 10

Caleb Clarke makes a break against Ireland with teammate Quinn Tupaea in support.

Clarke's unavailability for All Blacks puts spotlight on midfield

Wing Caleb Clarke's head knock rules him out of the England Test, and the selectors may be tempted to replace him with in-form centre Leicester Fainga'anuku.

Rugby

Mon, Nov 10

1:31

Damian McKenzie reflects on the Test at Murrayfield after playing a leading role in the All Blacks' win.

'He's little but he's tough' - how McKenzie got All Blacks over the line

The All Blacks' super-sub said wearing longer sprigs than usual may have helped him score his crucial try against Scotland.

Rugby

Sun, Nov 9

2:17

Damian McKenzie scores the try to put the All Blacks ahead of Scotland at Murrayfield.

McKenzie shines brightest as All Blacks fight back against Scotland

The All Blacks were in deep trouble against Scotland at Murrayfield until their little outside back replacement helped turn the game.

Rugby

Sun, Nov 9

All Blacks loose forward Wallace Sititi.

'Strong connection' - All Blacks reward Sititi on special return to Scotland

Loose forward Wallace Sititi spent the first four years of his life in Scotland due to his father Semo's contract at The Borders club in Galashiels.

Rugby

Fri, Nov 7

1:30

All Blacks loose forward Wallace Sititi will start in the No.6 jersey against Scotland.

Sititi the big winner as All Blacks name strong side for Scotland

The explosive loose forward, named on the bench for the previous two Tests, will start ahead of the rested Simon Parker at Murrayfield.

Rugby

Thu, Nov 6

All Blacks midfielder Leicester Fainga'anuku creates problems for the Irish defence in Chicago.

Analysis: The three big selections for All Blacks against Scots

The back-up midfielder is the biggest mystery as the All Blacks attempt to build on success with Ireland, writes Patrick McKendry.

Rugby

Thu, Nov 6

All Blacks captain Scott Barrett, left, and vice-captain Jordie Barrett.

'A massive part of this side' - Scott, Jordie Barrett out for All Blacks

Captain Scott and vice-captain Jordie have been ruled out of the Scotland Test on Sunday as the All Blacks seek to continue their Grand Slam run.

Rugby

Tue, Nov 4

1:30

Leicester Fainga'anuku makes a break for the All Blacks against Ireland in Chicago.

In-form midfielders to take centre stage for All Blacks in Scotland

With Jordie Barrett almost certainly ruled out due to injury in the short to medium term, Leicester Fainga'anuku and Quinn Tupaea are on the rise.

Rugby

Mon, Nov 3

All Blacks skipper Scott Barrett walks off the Soldier Field pitch after his early injury against Ireland.

Barrett brothers significant casualties for All Blacks

Skipper Scott and vice-captain Jordie will be big doubts to play next weekend against Scotland after leaving the field against Ireland with injuries.

Rugby

Sun, Nov 2

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