Andy Haden

Andy Haden

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Andy Haden is a former New Zealand rugby union player, renowned for his role as a lock and his controversial antics on the field. He played a significant part in the All Blacks' historic victories during the late 1970s, but he is perhaps best remembered for his infamous dive out of a lineout during a match against Wales in 1978, which ultimately led to a penalty that secured a win for New Zealand. This incident sparked debates about sportsmanship, honor, and the lines between clever play and cheating.

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Andy Haden was a key player for Auckland, known for his skill and controversial presence on the field.

Ranfurly Shield: The magic of The Old Log and its legendary moments – Phil Gifford
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New ZealandNew Zealand· 2025-08-05
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Andy Haden was part of the formidable Auckland pack.

The greatest rivalries in sport - Auckland v Canterbury and the battle for the 1980s
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New ZealandNew Zealand· 2025-07-27
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Andy Haden infamously threw himself out of a lineout, earning the winning penalty for the Kiwis.

Conflating cheating with ‘character’ will make refereeing rugby impossible – The Irish Times
The Irish Times – major Irish daily, est. 1859·IrelandIreland· 2025-06-10
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