Du’Plessis Kirifi

Du’Plessis Kirifi

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Du’Plessis Kirifi serves as a co-captain for the Hurricanes, known for his leadership qualities and dynamic play in the Super Rugby Pacific.

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Du’Plessis Kirifi's momentum-sapping hit on a Welshman sparked a smart, 67-minute shift of breakdown work.

All Blacks v Wales player ratings: Assessing the performance of Scott Robertson’s side, in Cardiff
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New ZealandNew Zealand· 2025-11-22
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Du’Plessis Kirifi is named at openside flanker for the match against Wales.

All Blacks v Wales: Scott Robertson makes mass changes for final test of the year
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New ZealandNew Zealand· 2025-11-20
6.0

Du’Plessis Kirifi did not have a significant impact.

All Blacks player ratings: How Scott Robertson’s men rated in win at Murrayfield
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New ZealandNew Zealand· 2025-11-08
5.0

Du’Plessis Kirifi is part of the reserves for the All Blacks.

All Blacks team to play Scotland: Scott Robertson makes three changes to starting side
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New ZealandNew Zealand· 2025-11-06
5.0

Du’Plessis Kirifi has struggled, perhaps due to his comparable size.

Assessing the All Blacks depth and best starting team
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New ZealandNew Zealand· 2025-10-18
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The selectors could introduce Du’Plessis Kirifi at openside flanker.

All Blacks v Wallabies: ABs set to tweak, not overhaul, after Springboks defeat – Gregor Paul
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New ZealandNew Zealand· 2025-09-24
6.0

Du’Plessis Kirifi had a thankless task during his short stint in the match.

All Blacks player ratings: New names shine under pressure for Scott Robertson’s men against Springboks
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New ZealandNew Zealand· 2025-09-13
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Du’Plessis Kirifi is an All Black rugby player who has supported Mila Reuelu-Buchanan during her recovery from injury.

Netball: Silver Ferns ambition drives Mila Reuelu-Buchanan
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New ZealandNew Zealand· 2025-08-29
8.0

Du’Plessis Kirifi’s work in the third test had 'back-up No 7' written all over it.

How a weakened France team did the All Blacks a real favour – Paul Lewis
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New ZealandNew Zealand· 2025-07-22
5.0

Du’Plessis Kirifi certainly earned his chance with compelling Super Rugby form.

All Blacks’ squad depth analysed after French series sweep
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New ZealandNew Zealand· 2025-07-22
5.0

Du’Plessis Kirifi was promoted to start at openside due to team reshuffling.

All Blacks v France: Scott Robertson dealt more injury setbacks despite series sweep
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New ZealandNew Zealand· 2025-07-19
6.0

Du’Plessis Kirifi scored his first-ever Test try in the match against France.

All Blacks v France: World media reacts to Hamilton win as New Zealand sweep test series
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New ZealandNew Zealand· 2025-07-19
7.0

Hurricanes skipper stepped up nicely following late call to the starting ranks.

All Blacks player ratings: How they rated in third-test win over France
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New ZealandNew Zealand· 2025-07-19
7.0

The All Blacks gained the lead for the first time in the 59th minute through Du’Plessis Kirifi’s scrappy try.

All Blacks v France: Series swept but New Zealand unconvincing in Hamilton victory
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New ZealandNew Zealand· 2025-07-19
6.0

Instead, they’ve named two loose forwards, Dalton Papali’i and Du’Plessis Kirifi, to deny Naitoa Ah Kuoi his test debut.

All Blacks v France: Chiefs-dominated All Blacks should avoid form fade – Liam Napier
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New ZealandNew Zealand· 2025-07-17
5.0

Du’Plessis Kirifi had a lower rating for his performance.

All Blacks player ratings: How they rated in second test win over France
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New ZealandNew Zealand· 2025-07-12
4.0

Roigard was delighted to see Du’Plessis Kirifi finally get his opportunity to play.

All Blacks v France: Cam Roigard relishes long-awaited home test debut
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New ZealandNew Zealand· 2025-07-07
9.0

Bringing in fresh talent was important, he said, after four debutants impressed in the opener – Du’Plessis Kirifi.

Scott Robertson focuses on finishing as All Blacks prepare for second test
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New ZealandNew Zealand· 2025-07-07
6.0

Kirifi shared his feelings about achieving his childhood dream of playing for the All Blacks.

All Blacks v France: Fabian Holland, Du’Plessis Kirifi emotional after making test debuts
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New ZealandNew Zealand· 2025-07-06
9.0

Du’Plessis Kirifi is ready for test-match rugby and will be a valuable asset to the team.

All Blacks v France: Captain Scott Barrett expecting strong fight from understrength French outfit
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New ZealandNew Zealand· 2025-07-04
8.0

Kirifi is poised for a test debut after being named in the All Blacks July squad.

All Blacks v France: Savea’s switch, rookies in spotlight
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New ZealandNew Zealand· 2025-07-01
7.0

Du Plessis Kirifi is likely to play in the loose forwards in the upcoming tests.

All Blacks coach Scott Robertson to test new talent in French series – Gregor Paul
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New ZealandNew Zealand· 2025-07-01
6.0

Hurricanes standout and co-captain Du’Plessis Kirifi has earned his first-call up.

All Blacks coach Scott Robertson talks squad selections, answers listeners’ calls ahead of first test
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New ZealandNew Zealand· 2025-06-29
8.0

The squad features five uncapped players in Du’Plessis Kirifi.

All Blacks v France: Wallace Sititi ruled out of series, Christian Lio-Willie called in
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New ZealandNew Zealand· 2025-06-26
5.0

Kirifi’s consistent turnover prowess promoted his presence over Papali’i.

All Blacks squad: Power and versatility key in new selections
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New ZealandNew Zealand· 2025-06-23
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