Simon Parker

Simon Parker

New Zealand New ZealandathleteMaleb. 19986.0Global Dominance: 0.00%

Simon Parker is a rugby player who plays as a loose forward for the Chiefs, recognized for his versatility and ability to impact both defense and attack.

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Simon Parker was rested by the Chiefs during their match against the Blues.

Blues crash to heavy Chiefs defeat, face daunting Crusaders quarterfinal
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New ZealandNew Zealand· 2026-05-30
5.0

Simon Parker is an All Blacks flanker who was involved in the match's physicality.

Crusaders v Chiefs: Rob Penney’s side overcome two-try deficit for first win of the season
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New ZealandNew Zealand· 2026-02-28
5.0

Simon Parker had a shoulder-to-the-wheel shift from the big No 6 who has had a season to convince.

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
6.0

Simon Parker is named in the starting side 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

Simon Parker has been largely favoured at blindside flanker in his rookie test season.

All Blacks v Wales: The player who could emerge to claim the All Blacks’ right wing
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New ZealandNew Zealand· 2025-11-20
5.0

Simon Parker has been brought back to start at blindside for the All Blacks.

All Blacks v England: How to make sense of the All Blacks third-quarter slump
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New ZealandNew Zealand· 2025-11-14
5.0

Robertson has favoured blindside Simon Parker to bolster the set piece and confront the English pack.

All Blacks v England: Why the All Blacks hate losing to England
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New ZealandNew Zealand· 2025-11-13
6.0

Simon Parker looked like he might be the answer, but had a quiet match against Ireland.

All Blacks analysis: From one of dullest All Blacks performances to finally finding their rhythm – Paul Lewis
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New ZealandNew Zealand· 2025-11-04
5.0

Simon Parker left the field with an HIA in the first half before returning.

All Blacks v Ireland player ratings: How the All Blacks rated in opening win to Grand Slam tour
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New ZealandNew Zealand· 2025-11-02
5.0

Simon Parker is a blindside flanker who has shown he’s not intimidated by international opponents.

All Blacks Grand Slam second only to the Rugby World Cup: Phil Gifford
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New ZealandNew Zealand· 2025-10-27
7.0

Simon Parker is also mentioned as a qualified success among the new All Blacks.

All Blacks analysis: Scott Robertson’s side still seeking true identity – Paul Lewis
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New ZealandNew Zealand· 2025-10-09
7.0

Simon Parker is one of the two non-negotiables in the All Blacks back row.

All Blacks v Wallabies: The major win from a strategically smart All Blacks victory – Gregor Paul
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New ZealandNew Zealand· 2025-10-05
7.0

Simon Parker seems to be doing all the grunt work well, with a high tackle count.

All Blacks v Wallabies player ratings: How Scott Robertson’s side rated in Perth win
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New ZealandNew Zealand· 2025-10-04
6.0

Simon Parker is included in the selection for the All Blacks' loose forwards.

All Blacks v Wallabies: Who Scott Robertson should have picked for first Bledisloe Cup test – Paul Lewis
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New ZealandNew Zealand· 2025-09-26
5.0

Simon Parker looks like he could settle in nicely at this level after plenty of first-half impact.

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
6.0

Simon Parker is recognized for his defensive presence at blindside flanker.

All Blacks v Springboks: Injuries force changes for Wellington rematch against South Africa
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New ZealandNew Zealand· 2025-09-07
7.0

Simon Parker, in just his second test, was colossal and had no problems felling big bodies.

All Blacks v Springboks: Eden Park victory signals dawn of new era for Scott Robertson
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New ZealandNew Zealand· 2025-09-07
8.0

Started strong with some big early tackles and disrupted South Africa maul.

All Blacks v Springboks player ratings: How Scott Robertson’s side rated
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New ZealandNew Zealand· 2025-09-06
8.0

Simon Parker delivered a strong defensive presence in his second test.

All Blacks v Springboks: Fortress preserved as Scott Robertson’s side outlast South Africa at Eden Park
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New ZealandNew Zealand· 2025-09-06
7.0

Simon Parker is making his second test start for the All Blacks, switching to blindside.

All Blacks v Springboks: Scott Robertson risks it all on keeping the faith to defend Eden Park fortress
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New ZealandNew Zealand· 2025-09-04
6.0

Simon Parker finished with the most tackles (20) and had an excellent debut.

All Blacks player ratings: Rookie shows promise but Beauden Barrett’s boot allows victory to slip
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New ZealandNew Zealand· 2025-08-24
8.0

Simon Parker made his debut for the All Blacks in the match.

All Blacks v Argentina: Los Pumas beat NZ for first time on home soil
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New ZealandNew Zealand· 2025-08-24
6.0

Simon Parker joins the run-on XV for the All Blacks.

All Blacks v Argentina: Live updates from the Rugby Championship test in Buenos Aires
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New ZealandNew Zealand· 2025-08-23
6.0