Liam Napier
New ZealandjournalistMale7.5Global Dominance: 0.00%Liam Napier is an accomplished sports journalist from New Zealand, recognized for his insightful coverage of major sporting events, including World Cups in rugby, netball, and cricket. With a career spanning over a decade, Napier provides readers with in-depth analysis and commentary on the sporting landscape, including the dynamics of rugby in New Zealand.
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Liam Napier is a Senior Sports Journalist and Rugby Correspondent for the New Zealand Herald.
Luke Jacobson to captain All Blacks against Sharks in DurbanNew Zealand· 2026-08-09
Liam Napier is a senior sports journalist and rugby correspondent for the New Zealand Herald.
All Blacks v Stormers: Two rookies named for South African tour opener in Cape TownNew Zealand· 2026-08-05
Liam Napier is a Senior Sports Journalist and Rugby Correspondent for the New Zealand Herald.
All Blacks v Ireland: Eden Park showdown to reveal rivalry power shiftNew Zealand· 2026-07-18
Liam Napier is a Senior Sports Journalist and Rugby Correspondent for the New Zealand Herald.
All Blacks v Ireland: Where Dave Rennie’s men must improve for Eden ParkNew Zealand· 2026-07-12
Liam Napier is a Senior Sports Journalist and Rugby Correspondent for the New Zealand Herald.
All Blacks v Italy: Will Jordan breaks record but growing pains remain for Dave Rennie’s sideNew Zealand· 2026-07-11
Liam Napier is a Senior Sports Journalist and Rugby Correspondent for the New Zealand Herald.
All Blacks v Italy: Why Dave Rennie’s side must raise standards in Wellington test - Liam NapierNew Zealand· 2026-07-10
Liam Napier is a Senior Sports Journalist and Rugby Correspondent for the New Zealand Herald.
All Blacks v Italy: Dave Rennie mulls reshuffle as rookies push for Italy test starts – Liam NapierNew Zealand· 2026-07-08
Liam Napier is a Senior Sports Journalist and Rugby Correspondent for the New Zealand Herald.
All Blacks v France result: Dave Rennie era begins with nail-biting win in ChristchurchNew Zealand· 2026-07-04
Liam Napier is a Senior Sports Journalist and Rugby Correspondent for the New Zealand Herald.
All Blacks: Dave Rennie set to unleash rookies in first squadNew Zealand· 2026-07-01
Liam Napier provided analysis on the Super Rugby final.
Super Rugby final preview: Hurricanes, Chiefs chase glory in Wellington – The Front PageNew Zealand· 2026-06-20
Liam Napier is a Senior Sports Journalist and Rugby Correspondent for the New Zealand Herald.
Super Rugby Pacific: Former All Blacks assistant coaches to join forces amid Blues shake-upNew Zealand· 2026-06-02
Napier is a Senior Sports Journalist and Rugby Correspondent for the New Zealand Herald.
Dave Rennie era begins: All Blacks set for big assistant coach changesNew Zealand· 2026-03-05
Liam Napier is a Senior Sports Journalist and Rugby Correspondent for the New Zealand Herald.
Ukraine rugby: The Kiwis helping war-torn nation chase Olympic dreamNew Zealand· 2026-02-18
Liam Napier is a Senior Sports Journalist and Rugby Correspondent for the New Zealand Herald.
Dalton Papali’i: Blues coach Vern Cotter laments skipper’s exit – ‘He could have been an All Blacks captain’New Zealand· 2026-02-17
Liam Napier is a senior rugby writer who reported on player dissatisfaction within the All Blacks.
Inside the exit of All Blacks coach Scott Robertson: New details of how and why a dream role unravelled in one of the world’s most storied sports teamsNew Zealand· 2026-02-06
Liam Napier revealed player discontent within the All Blacks and broke the story about Ardie Savea's unhappiness.
Media Insider: Scott Robertson’s axing - inside the All Blacks coaching storm; ‘Nothing made in China’ advertising controversy; Magazine editors step downNew Zealand· 2026-01-15
Liam Napier described the current Blues coach as having a clear vision and being widely popular with players.
All Blacks next coach: The top contenders to replace Scott RobertsonNew Zealand· 2026-01-15
Liam Napier reported on the internal review suggesting the dressing room had been lost.
All Blacks coaching shake-up after Scott Robertson exit puts pressure on David Kirk – OpinionNew Zealand· 2026-01-15
Liam Napier is a Senior Sports Journalist and Rugby Correspondent for the New Zealand Herald.
All Blacks review: Ardie Savea future in doubt as NZ Rugby faces player revoltNew Zealand· 2026-01-14
Liam Napier is a Senior Sports Journalist and Rugby Correspondent for the New Zealand Herald.
Pressure builds on All Blacks coaches as internal frustrations emergeNew Zealand· 2025-12-12
Liam Napier is a Senior Sports Journalist and Rugby Correspondent for the New Zealand Herald.
Rating Razor: How All Blacks coach Scott Robertson performed in year two and what must changeNew Zealand· 2025-12-06
Liam Napier is a Senior Sports Journalist and Rugby Correspondent for the New Zealand Herald.
All Blacks v Wales: The player who could emerge to claim the All Blacks’ right wingNew Zealand· 2025-11-20
Liam Napier is a Senior Sports Journalist and Rugby Correspondent for the New Zealand Herald.
All Blacks v Wales: Caleb Clarke seeks to lift All Blacks with Cardiff comeback bidNew Zealand· 2025-11-18
Liam Napier is a Senior Sports Journalist and Rugby Correspondent for the New Zealand Herald.
All Blacks v England: Lack of progress casts Scott Robertson’s coaching team in the spotlight - OpinionNew Zealand· 2025-11-17
Liam Napier is a Senior Sports Journalist and Rugby Correspondent for the New Zealand Herald.
All Blacks v England: How Quinn Tupaea became the All Blacks’ midfield glueNew Zealand· 2025-11-15
Liam Napier is a Senior Sports Journalist and Rugby Correspondent for the New Zealand Herald.
All Blacks v England: Why the All Blacks hate losing to EnglandNew Zealand· 2025-11-13
Liam Napier is a Senior Sports Journalist and Rugby Correspondent for the New Zealand Herald.
All Blacks v England: ABs face backline reshuffle after Caleb Clarke concussionNew Zealand· 2025-11-09
Liam Napier is a Senior Sports Journalist and Rugby Correspondent for the New Zealand Herald.
All Blacks v Scotland: Damian McKenzie delivers clutch cameo to demonstrate resilience of Scott Robertson’s menNew Zealand· 2025-11-09
Liam Napier praised Scotland's performance despite the loss.
All Blacks v Scotland: World media reacts to New Zealand’s victory at MurrayfieldNew Zealand· 2025-11-09
Liam Napier is a Senior Sports Journalist and Rugby Correspondent for the New Zealand Herald.
All Blacks v Scotland: Peter Lakai and Wallace Sititi lead new loose forward era at MurrayfieldNew Zealand· 2025-11-07
