Given the uncertainty around the All Blacks blindside role at present, Luatua's lost presence seems even more glaring. 10.00pm: And the winner is - Scott Curry. Television match official: 2017 will be the ninth year of the National Competition. TEAM PLAYED WIN DRAW A rare down year for the All Blacks skipper who struggled with injuries and form, however expectation are always very high for one of, if not the greatest, the number eights to play for New Zealand. In a relatively quiet year compared to his 2017 breakout season, Ioane still scored the most tries of any test player in 2018, dotting down on 11 occassions in 11 matches for the All Blacks. 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Marius van der Westhuizen (South Africa) After a 2017 to forget, hampered by a long layoff from injury, the All Blacks veteran began to return to his best later in the season in the black jersey. The format for the 2018 tournament retained the previous Championship format that changed in 2017. Winger Aphiwe Dyantyi scored two tries as the Springboks upset the form book to record a 36-34 victory over New Zealand and send a World Cup message in an enthralling Rugby Championship clash at Wellington Regional Stadium on Saturday. Earned a deserved test debut against France after impressing for the Highlanders. Instrumental to the Black Ferns Sevens' success in 2018, with seemingly every attacking move coming through her calm and composed hands. Tune into @skysportnz to see who scoops the rest of the awards including the Team of the Year and Player of the Year prizes. Best player on the park at Twickenham in the one point victory over England, and we can forgive him for a couple of rare errors in a muddled team performance in Dublin. Television match official: The last man to captain the Wallabies to a win at Eden Park has urged selectors to be daring as the "new era" get their first taste of Bledisloe Cup action on Sunday. On top of that, she is also the primary caregiver for her two nephews. Craig Clare (Wanganui), and Willie Wright (South Canterbury) were the other finalists. Small in stature with a huge heart, Winiata manages to juggle rugby commitments with her full time job as a constable in the Palmerston North police force. With an offensive arsenal and great ability to read the game, Mo'unga was a driving force behind the Crusaders' Super Rugby-winning campaign. George Ayoub (Australia), Man of the Match: A constant presence, particularly in the tight areas, Blackwell's work rate is as good as any second row forward in the game today hence the reason why she is a key component of the Black Ferns tight five. The young Blues loose forward had a brilliant breakout year, first making his mark in Super Rugby before getting a well-deserved call-up to the All Blacks end of year tour squad. Otherwise, a bench certainty. She's one of the most recognisable players in the sport, and continues to set the standard with her pace, skill and athleticism. Made 11 test appearances for the All Blacks with seven of those coming from the bench, where he is arguably more influential. Who will join him on stage as the Black Ferns Sevens Player of the Year? If rugby fans didn't know his name a year ago, they sure do now. He was not replaced. Another player to have a season hindered by injuries, Squire was one of the Highlanders' most reliable bodies when he was on the pitch during Super Rugby. The Northern Hemisphere game doesn't always cater to his natural gifts but Piutau still manages to make the most of his chances. The 27-year-old is a seasoned campaigner with a penchant for tackle-breaking and creative flair on the rugby field. Instead Steve Hansen's side found themselves under immense pressure for long periods as the Springboks fed off their mistakes to score five tries and tackled themselves to a standstill. Carter is getting on at 36 years old. 2018 France rugby union tour of New Zealand From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia In June 2018, France played a three-test series against New Zealand as part of the 2018 mid-year rugby union tests. Get the latest news, pictures and video. 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