Liam Napier
New ZealandjournalistMale6.0Global 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.
Country presence
Recent news mentions
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
Liam Napier is a Senior Sports Journalist and Rugby Correspondent for the New Zealand Herald.
All Blacks v Ireland: Leicester Fainga’anuku’s power makes him impossible to ignoreNew Zealand· 2025-11-02
Liam Napier discussed the All Blacks' performance and their historical context in his article.
‘What are you doing on the field, mate?’ – how New Zealand’s media reacted to win and red card – The Irish Times
Ireland· 2025-11-02
Liam Napier is a Senior Sports Journalist and Rugby Correspondent for the New Zealand Herald.
All Blacks v Ireland: Injuries mount as Scott and Jordie Barrett in doubt for Scotland testNew Zealand· 2025-11-02
Liam Napier is a Senior Sports Journalist and Rugby Correspondent for the New Zealand Herald.
All Blacks v Ireland: Scott Robertson’s side storm home in Chicago to keep Grand Slam dream aliveNew Zealand· 2025-11-01
Liam Napier is a Senior Sports Journalist and Rugby Correspondent for the New Zealand Herald.
All Blacks vs Ireland: Cam Roigard vs Jamison Gibson-Park is key battle to ignite Scott Robertson’s men on Grand Slam tourNew Zealand· 2025-10-31
Liam Napier is a senior sports journalist and rugby correspondent for the New Zealand Herald.
All Blacks reward form duo with repeat starts against IrelandNew Zealand· 2025-10-30
Liam Napier is a Senior Sports Journalist and Rugby Correspondent for the New Zealand Herald.
Parker v Wardley: Kiwi heavyweight accepts defeat, vows to keep fighting after stoppageNew Zealand· 2025-10-26
Liam Napier is a Senior Sports Journalist and Rugby Correspondent for the New Zealand Herald.
Parker v Wardley: Joseph Parker falls to 11th round TKO as world title hopes crushedNew Zealand· 2025-10-26
Liam Napier is a Senior Sports Journalist and Rugby Correspondent for the New Zealand Herald.
Assessing the All Blacks depth and best starting teamNew Zealand· 2025-10-18
