Opinion
Phil Gifford: The red-hot Hurricanes would have beaten most test sides
OPINION: The Hurricanes' amazing victory was a display of extraordinarily cool control.
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All Blacks watch: 'Leave the acting to Tom Cruise'
Cam Roigard sparked debate after feigning injury to set up a Hurricanes try.
'I don’t regret it': Roigard addresses controversial semi-final moment
The 17-test All Black has copped some criticism online after a decision early in the game.
Hurricanes v Blues player ratings: Who took the penultimate chance to impress All Blacks selectors?
OPINION: How the players rated in the Hurricanes’ 57-21 win over the Blues.
Hurricanes book spot in Super Rugby Pacific final
Eight different players ran in tries for the Wellington-based side.
Black Fern sent off as Blues Women top Hurricanes Poua
The Blues Women began their title defence in strong fashion.
Chiefs march into Super Rugby Pacific final with 37-point win over Crusaders
The Chiefs secured another final with their biggest win in history against the Crusaders.
Liam Napier: Why the Chiefs and Hurricanes will reach Super Rugby final
Opinion: The Hurricanes should cast aside the Blues and McKenzie could propel the Chiefs.
All Blacks stars make timely returns: All you need to know for Super Rugby semi-finals
Which two New Zealand sides will qualify for the Super Rugby Pacific final next weekend?
Gregor Paul: The back-row formula Rennie needs for July tests
OPINION: Dave Rennie is weighing power, speed and skill ahead of the July tests.
Paul Lewis: The veteran who's hard to ignore for an All Blacks recall
OPINION: His running, distribution and defence were almost flawless against the Blues.
Crusaders v Blues player ratings: Who stole the show in crucial Kiwi derby?
OPINION: How the players rated in the Crusaders’ 52-31 win over the Blues.
Crusaders put Blues to the sword to move into Super Rugby Pacific semi-finals
The Blues could yet feature in the semi-finals as the highest-seeded loser.
Gregor Paul: NZ rugby's reverse-development plan for coaches
Jason Holland will lead the Blues next year with Tamati Ellison as assistant.
Ruben Love's rise puts Beauden Barrett on notice as Hurricanes chase title
Beauden Barrett once led a similar run in 2016 to claim the All Blacks role.
Paul Lewis: The injuries that could force Dave Rennie's hand in All Blacks selections
OPINION: Dave Rennie faces a raft of injuries to key All Blacks ahead of selection.
Inside the Blues shake-up: Former All Blacks coaches to join forces
Two former All Blacks assistants will link up as the Blues plot a major overhaul for 2027.
From homes to honours: Real estate chief recognised for philanthropy and sport
PLUS: Jim Farmer, Bryan Mogridge, Karleen Everitt, Evan Davies and others recognised.
Chiefs v Blues player ratings: The All Blacks hopefuls who dominated lacklustre Blues
OPINION: How the players rated in the Chiefs' 59-34 win over the Blues at FMG Stadium.
Bad to worse: Third straight loss hands Blues Christchurch playoff
The Blues will travel to Christchurch for week one of the finals.
How the Super Rugby finals line-up could twist this weekend
The Blues risk losing home advantage after back-to-back defeats.
'It's a finals mindset': Segner leads Blues into high-stakes showdown
Anton Segner captains the Blues as they fight to keep home playoff hopes alive.
Crusaders lose star fullback for Super Rugby Pacific playoffs
Will Jordan's calf injury puts him in doubt for the first All Blacks test of 2026.
Paul Lewis: The All Blacks veterans under pressure for starting roles
ANALYSIS: The key areas which may see change in the All Blacks.
Phil Gifford: What Crusaders surge tells us about Super Rugby's health
OPINION: The Hurricanes sit on top on 54 points, with the Chiefs and Blues chasing hard.
Gregor Paul: Money or the black jersey – how NZ Rugby fails Pasifika players
OPINION: Pasifika make up 40% of pros but hold only a handful of rugby power roles.
Key All Black returns for Crusaders: All you need to know for Super Rugby Pacific round 15
Everything you need to know for the weekend's penultimate round of the regular season.
Sean Fitzpatrick fronting a $30m drive for new Sacred Heart sports hub
The planned Marist Brothers Sports Centre would span 4000sq m on campus.
Liam Napier: Are the Blues in freefall? And where will Rennie find a winger?
OPINION: The Blues are not among the 3 teams capable of winning this year's Super title.
Phil Gifford: The real advantage that Sir Graham Henry brings to ABs role
OPINION: Sir Graham Henry joins Dave Rennie's All Blacks set-up as a national selector.