Simon Parker
New ZealandathleteMaleb. 19986.3Global 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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Parker showed his value as a lineout target and brought meaningful grunt to the breakdowns.
All Blacks v Stormers player ratings: Dave Rennie’s men make their case for selection against SpringboksNew Zealand· 2026-08-09
Simon Parker is starting at blindside flanker for the All Blacks in their match against the Stormers.
All Blacks v Stormers: Two rookies named for South African tour opener in Cape TownNew Zealand· 2026-08-05
Simon Parker is likely to be a midweeker on the All Blacks tour after not being used in the first three tests of the year.
All Blacks South Africa tour: Dave Rennie’s 44-player gamble explainedNew Zealand· 2026-07-21
Parker had a busy night defensively with a high tackle count.
Hurricanes v Chiefs player ratings: The players who starred days out from All Blacks squad namingNew Zealand· 2026-06-21
Simon Parker was rested by the Chiefs during their match against the Blues.
Blues crash to heavy Chiefs defeat, face daunting Crusaders quarterfinalNew Zealand· 2026-05-30
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 seasonNew Zealand· 2026-02-28
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 CardiffNew Zealand· 2025-11-22
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 yearNew Zealand· 2025-11-20
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 wingNew Zealand· 2025-11-20
Parker does not shirk the challenge but was part of a back row that came off second best.
England 33-19 New Zealand: Autumn Nations Series player ratings | Autumn Nations Series
United Kingdom· 2025-11-16
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 slumpNew Zealand· 2025-11-14
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 EnglandNew Zealand· 2025-11-13
Simon Parker 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
Simon Parker is replaced by Wallace Sititi.
All Blacks team to play Scotland: Scott Robertson makes three changes to starting sideNew Zealand· 2025-11-06
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 LewisNew Zealand· 2025-11-04
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 tourNew Zealand· 2025-11-02Simon 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 GiffordNew Zealand· 2025-10-27
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 LewisNew Zealand· 2025-10-09
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 PaulNew Zealand· 2025-10-05
Simon Parker is listed among the players from New Zealand.
Encouraging campaign, but the Wallabies saved their worst for last
Australia· 2025-10-05
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 winNew Zealand· 2025-10-04Solid test.
All Blacks v Wallabies: How the All Blacks rated in Bledisloe Cup win over AustraliaNew Zealand· 2025-09-27Simon 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 LewisNew Zealand· 2025-09-26
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 SpringboksNew Zealand· 2025-09-13Simon Parker topped the tackle count at Eden Park.
All Blacks v Springboks: Eden Park result highlights teams’ conflicting trajectories – Gregor PaulNew Zealand· 2025-09-07
Simon Parker is recognized for his defensive presence at blindside flanker.
All Blacks v Springboks: Injuries force changes for Wellington rematch against South AfricaNew Zealand· 2025-09-07
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 RobertsonNew Zealand· 2025-09-07Started strong with some big early tackles and disrupted South Africa maul.
All Blacks v Springboks player ratings: How Scott Robertson’s side ratedNew Zealand· 2025-09-06Simon 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 ParkNew Zealand· 2025-09-06
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 fortressNew Zealand· 2025-09-04