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Gregor Paul: Super Rugby playoff format a battle between finances and fans
OPINION: Super Rugby’s problem is one of integrity being pitted against finances.
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Canes secure top spot as Blues let in late Chiefs try
The Blues blew a three-try lead in their quest to secure a treasured bonus-point victory.
Blues beat Chiefs but settle for second
The Blues were denied top spot in Super Rugby by a last-minute try.
Pressure on Blues to deliver swift response
With top spot and home finals up for grabs, now is the time the Blues must front.
Chiefs forward pack re-stocked
Samipeni Finau will be back on the park with his big presence in the loose forward trio.
Ex-All Black poised to switch and represent Schmidt’s Wallabies
World Rugby’s eligibility change has opened the door for a 50-year first.
Super Rugby Selections: Key figures make timely returns
The latest team lists for Super Rugby Pacific have been announced.
Winners and Losers: How the Warriors won by dropping their star player
OPINION: Ditching the formidable prop sparked a remarkable effort, Chris Rattue writes.
Phil Gifford: Does defeat damage the Blues?
OPINION: The Crusaders once again showed the Blues that winning in Christchurch is tough.
The unheralded playmaker guiding the Blues' title quest
An under-the-radar player is proving pivotal as the Blues try to snap their title drought.
Teenage talent wars: How the NRL is poaching Kiwi schoolboys
As rugby stands off, league is swooping to win the race to secure future talent.
Super Rugby selections: Blues bolstered by returning stars
The latest team lists for Super Rugby Pacific have been announced.
‘We can beat anyone’: Crusaders not giving up on slim playoff hopes
The reigning champions now need other results to fall their way.
Back in blue? How Beauden Barrett could play rest of 2024 season
The table-topping Blues will need special dispensation to add All Black to their squad.
Gregor Paul: Blues can't waste chance to end Crusaders' stuttering season
OPINION: Vern Cotter's side can put the champions out of their misery this week.
Check out Super Rugby draw and results for 2024
The matches, where they are played and when for all of New Zealand's Super sides.
Phil Gifford: Title is Blues' to lose
OPINION: Phil Gifford breaks down what we saw over Super Rugby Pacific's latest round.
Blues prove title credentials in win over Highlanders
The air of inevitability over the Blues hosting the Highlanders proved rather apt.
Blues take comfortable win over Highlanders
The Blues are flying towards the Super Rugby Pacific playoffs.
Blues back 'warrior' Papali’i over Cane to fill All Blacks' No 7 jersey
The 26-year-old is the leading contender to don the iconic jersey.
Sports Insider: Why Super Rugby Pacific remains hamstrung without Japan
Super Rugby comes out swinging, but is it too late?
Super Rugby selections: Changes aplenty across NZ squads
The latest team lists for Super Rugby Pacific have been announced.
Blues dealt cruel injury blow to promising playmaker
The extent of the injury will be known on Thursday following surgery.
Why stars won’t play Super Rugby finals despite Japanese returns
Competition rules will likely leave NZ’s best unable to feature.
Editorial: Why pro sport needs more afternoon kickoffs
Editorial: Blues captain champions more daytime matches for rugby's future.
Phil Gifford: Eden Park thriller preview of final
OPINION: For a dying competition, Super Rugby Pacific had a massive weekend.
Ali Williams unplugged: Dyslexia, regrets and building Auckland FC
Former All Black shares all in a wide-ranging interview on the Between Two Beers podcast.
'Couldn't hear ourselves speak': The real winner after Blues' big win
More rugby matches should be played earlier, says Blues captain Patrick Tuipulotu.
Late drama as Blues v Hurricanes delivers classic
The Blues leapfrogged the Hurricanes after a top-of-the-table classic at Eden Park.
Blues hang on to edge Hurricanes
The Blues hosted the Hurricanes in a top-of-the-table clash.