Josh Lord
New ZealandathleteMale5.0Global Dominance: 0.00%Josh Lord is a promising lock for the Chiefs, noted for his physicality and ability to dominate in the lineout, contributing to the team's forward strength.
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Lord came on and promptly beat Eben Etzebeth in a lineout.
All Blacks player ratings: How the New Zealand side rated in BaltimoreNew Zealand· 2026-09-13
New Zealand’s Josh Lord gathers a high ball during their Nations Championship rugby Test match against Ireland.
All Blacks take down Ireland at home
Taiwan· 2026-07-19
Josh Lord displayed some smart early handling in fast breaks.
All Blacks v Ireland player ratings: Assessing the performances of Dave Rennie’s menNew Zealand· 2026-07-18
Josh Lord is part of the locking combination for the All Blacks.
All Blacks v Ireland recap: Dave Rennie’s side put 40 on Ireland to extend Eden Park streakNew Zealand· 2026-07-18
Josh Lord forms the second row with Patrick Tuipulotu.
All Blacks v Ireland: Live updates from the Nations Championship clash at Eden ParkNew Zealand· 2026-07-18Patrick Tuipulotu and Josh Lord form the second row.
All Blacks v Ireland: Tupou Vaa’i returns to loose forwards as Dave Rennie names side to defend Eden Park recordNew Zealand· 2026-07-16
Lord worked hard to make his presence felt in a 15-minute cameo.
All Blacks v Italy player ratings: The player proving doubters wrong in Dave Rennie’s sideNew Zealand· 2026-07-11
Josh Lord is a player for the All Blacks.
All Blacks v Italy recap: Nations Championship test from Wellington’s Hnry StadiumNew Zealand· 2026-07-11Josh Lord gave a solid impression with his energy, ball-carrying, and presence.
All Blacks: International rugby emerges out of box-kicking dark ages – Gregor PaulNew Zealand· 2026-07-05
Josh Lord won three lineouts and was probably the safest option.
All Blacks v France player ratings: How the All Blacks rated in their opening win over FranceNew Zealand· 2026-07-05Josh Lord is one of the starting locks for the All Blacks in their match against France.
All Blacks v France: Luke Jacobson on expectations after selection at openside flankerNew Zealand· 2026-07-03Josh Lord is part of an athletic locking duo with Sam Darry.
All Blacks v France: In Ruben Love’s selection, Dave Rennie makes his mark over Scott Robertson – Gregor PaulNew Zealand· 2026-07-02
Josh Lord is selected as a second-row player for the All Blacks.
All Blacks v France: Ruben Love wins race for No 10 jersey, two debutants for season openerNew Zealand· 2026-07-02
Lord was one of the hardest workers on the pitch, leading the tackle count.
Hurricanes v Chiefs player ratings: The players who starred days out from All Blacks squad namingNew Zealand· 2026-06-21
Delivered tidy lineout work while throwing his body into the bruising clashes.
Blues vs Chiefs player ratings: Player ratings and All Blacks watchNew Zealand· 2026-02-14
Josh Lord's locking stocks look good with this bloke and Tupou Vaa’i snapping at the starters’ heels.
All Blacks v Wales player ratings: Assessing the performance of Scott Robertson’s side, in CardiffNew Zealand· 2025-11-22
Josh Lord moves back to the bench for the match against Wales.
All Blacks v Wales: Scott Robertson makes mass changes for final test of the yearNew Zealand· 2025-11-20
Lord showed no signs of rustiness and flew into his tackles.
England 33-19 New Zealand: Autumn Nations Series player ratings | Autumn Nations Series
United Kingdom· 2025-11-16
Josh Lord is a player for the All Blacks.
All Blacks team to play England: Scott Robertson names new midfield for Twickenham testNew Zealand· 2025-11-13
Josh Lord is pushed to the bench after his two impressive performances.
All Blacks v England: ABs face backline reshuffle after Caleb Clarke concussionNew Zealand· 2025-11-09
Josh Lord made his mark with a busting run to set up a try.
All Blacks player ratings: How Scott Robertson’s men rated in win at MurrayfieldNew Zealand· 2025-11-08Josh Lord ambled through a huge gap in a ruck before nonchalantly popping the ball off to scampering scrum-half Roigard.
Scotland v New Zealand: All Blacks deny Scotland historic victoryUnited Kingdom· 2025-11-08
Josh Lord replaces Scott Barrett at lock.
All Blacks team to play Scotland: Scott Robertson makes three changes to starting sideNew Zealand· 2025-11-06Josh Lord has now played only eight test matches since 2021, starting in only one.
All Blacks analysis: From one of dullest All Blacks performances to finally finding their rhythm – Paul LewisNew Zealand· 2025-11-04
Josh Lord picked apart Ireland's lineout during the match.
All Blacks v Ireland: Leicester Fainga’anuku’s power makes him impossible to ignoreNew Zealand· 2025-11-02
Josh Lord stepped in for injured captain Scott Barrett as a replacement lock.
All Blacks v Ireland: How Scott Robertson’s men turned chaos into control in Chicago test – Phil GiffordNew Zealand· 2025-11-02
Josh Lord made a good combination with Holland after replacing the skipper.
All Blacks v Ireland player ratings: How the All Blacks rated in opening win to Grand Slam tourNew Zealand· 2025-11-02Josh Lord was heroically good and a massive source of irritation to the Irish lineout.
All Blacks v Ireland: Injury toll sets platforms for young guns to shine – Gregor PaulNew Zealand· 2025-11-0224-year-old Josh Lord is promoted to the bench for the All Blacks.
Ireland will be wary of Cam Roigard’s attacking potency for the All Blacks – The Irish Times
Ireland· 2025-11-01
Josh Lord was dominant in the lineouts for the Magpies.
Injury-hobbled Magpies overwhelmed by TaranakiNew Zealand· 2025-09-19
