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'These games hurt': Blues reflect on horror 10-minute period in loss

Even at this early stage, the Blues's loss last night could prove brutal to title hopes.

All Black died 'in wife's arms' in US after catching Covid-19 on wedding trip

Joeli Vidiri suffered three cardiac arrests before dying in his new wife's arms.

Hurricanes stun Blues to spoil Tuivasa-Sheck's debut

The Hurricanes scored three tries in the final 10 minutes to shock the Blues.

'Gave every Fijian inspiration': The lasting impact of Joeli Vidiri

'I have wonderful memories of Joeli flying down the wing with a big smile on his face.'

'Joeli gave us hope': Tributes flow for rugby legend Joeli Vidiri

The world rugby community has poured out salutations for the second time in 24 hours.

The forgotten man: New Blues recruit expecting hostile reception

New Blues hooker is embracing his imminent personal battle with former Hurricanes mates.

Jordan's brilliance lifts Crusaders past Highlanders

Holding a one-point lead over the Highlanders, Will Jordan delivered the knockout blow.

Former AB and Blues star Joeli Vidiri has died, aged 48

The Blues franchise announced his death on Twitter tonight.

Six Nations: France end Scotland's title dreams

France preserved its Grand Slam quest and ended Scotland's Six Nations title dream.

A rollercoaster of emotions: Super Rugby phenom on Tonga explosion, chasing ABs jersey

Fainga'anuku's family is from the islands where 15-metre waves struck the coast.

Eight ABs, two debutants: RTS starts as Blues name first team of season

Roger Tuivasa-Sheck will make his highly anticipated Super Rugby Pacific debut at No 12.

More long stoppages? Razor defends TMO after controversial start to season

The use of the TMO is already a talking point just one week into the Super Rugby season.

Liam Napier: NZ Rugby's mounting Super Rugby headache they can't afford

OPINION: Disruption is merely beginning for Super Rugby Pacific.

Gregor Paul: The illegal act in Super Rugby that needs to be banned

There's enough Kiwis already perplexed at the non-prosecution of clearly illegal acts.

Covid blow: Another Super Rugby game postponed

Moana Pasifika's debut match against the Chiefs has been postponed.

Moana Pasifika's Covid outbreak grows as Super Rugby debut faces deadline

Moana Pasifika face more challenges ahead of their delayed Super Rugby debut.

Rugby Direct podcast: How much TMO is too much TMO?

Elliott Smith and Liam Napier digest the opening round of Super Rugby Pacific.

Chris Rattue: Opening round of Super Rugby was a dire experience

OPINION: Chris Rattue runs through the winners and losers of the past week of sport.