MacDonald gets nod for All Blacks

John Lewis

MacDonald gets nod for All Blacks
Thu, 25 Aug, 2005 - 01:00

MacDonald, who has played in 29 Tests since making his debut against Scotland in Dunedin in 2000, beat his fellow utility back after impressing most in NPC action this week.

MacDonald's Canterbury retained the Ranfurly Shield against Bay of Plenty, although McAlister played a pivotal role as North Harbour won in Wellington.

You have reached your article limit. Already a subscriber? Sign in

Unlimited access starts here.

Try from only €0.25 a day.

Cancel anytime

CONNECT WITH US TODAY

Whatsapp logo

WHATSAPP

Newsletter logo

NEWSLETTERS

Notification logo

NOTIFICATIONS

Be the first to know the latest news and updates

More in this section

Jack Crowley 12/5/2026 'I wouldn't give a shit about who we play': McMillan unmoved by potential play-off opponents
Ireland Women Rugby Media Conference 'I can't wait': Parsons relishing opportunity to shine on Irish rugby's biggest stage
Clayton McMillan 12/5/2026 Clayton McMillan: I welcome any review that’s going to ultimately help Munster be better
CourtsRugbyInternationalPlace: DunedinPlace: WellingtonPlace: AucklandPlace: New ZealandPlace: KingsholmPerson: MacdonaldPerson: John LewisPerson: Leon MacDonaldPerson: Luke McAlisterPerson: Daniel CarterPerson: McAlisterPerson: Graham HenryPerson: CarterPerson: HenryPerson: LeonPerson: Piri WeepuPerson: Byron KelleherPerson: KelleherPerson: Kevin SenioPerson: Doug HowlettPerson: Josh LewseyPerson: LewseyPerson: Mike TindallPerson: Mark CornwellPerson: M MuliainaPerson: R GearPerson: T UmagaPerson: A MaugerPerson: J RokocokoPerson: L MacDonaldPerson: P WeepuPerson: T WoodcockPerson: K MealamuPerson: C HaymanPerson: C JackPerson: A WilliamsPerson: J CollinsPerson: R McCawPerson: R So'oialoPerson: D WitcombePerson: G SomervillePerson: J RyanPerson: S LauakiPerson: K SenioPerson: L McAlisterPerson: D HowlettEvent: Tri-NationsEvent: CupEvent: Guinness PremiershipOrganisation: All BlacksOrganisation: New ZealandOrganisation: South AfricaOrganisation: ScotlandOrganisation: CanterburyOrganisation: Bay of PlentyOrganisation: North HarbourOrganisation: BritishOrganisation: Irish LionsOrganisation: GloucesterOrganisation: ViadanaOrganisation: CornwellOrganisation: Worcester
<p>Munster head coach Clayton McMillan. Pic: Tom O’Hanlon/Inpho</p>

Clayton McMillan: 'I'm not thinking about running away but I can't do the job on my own'

READ NOW

Sport

Newsletter

Sign up to our daily sports bulletin, delivered straight to your inbox at 5pm. Subscribers also receive an exclusive email from our sports desk editors every Friday evening looking forward to the weekend's sporting action.

Latest

Sport

Newsletter

Sign up to our daily sports bulletin, delivered straight to your inbox at 5pm. Subscribers also receive an exclusive email from our sports desk editors every Friday evening looking forward to the weekend's sporting action.

Donal Lenihan
Donal Lenihan

Inside rugby

Most Read

Cookie Policy Privacy Policy Brand Safety FAQ Help Contact Us Terms and Conditions

© Examiner Echo Group Limited