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Kris Shannon: Five reasons why this is a dream Super Rugby final

OPINION: The intensity will reach unfathomable levels at Eden Park on Saturday.

Rugby Direct podcast: Ian Foster on the key talking points from ABs squad

On this week's edition of Rugby Direct, we go one-on-one with All Blacks coach Ian Foster.

Why Sam Cane regained ABs captaincy

After a disrupted 2021 season, Sam Cane returns as captain of the All Blacks.

Chris Keall: Three potential problems with NZ Rugby's Silver Lake deal

What the All Blacks could be in for.

Ian Foster explains squad selections as All Blacks chase power and tempo

There is plenty to unpack from the first All Blacks squad of the year.

Meet the six new All Blacks

Six new names have been added to the first All Blacks squad of 2022.

Large pool of blood on Kopu roadside first indicator of shooting

A large pool of blood drew the attention of the officers who were first to the scene.

Six new names in All Blacks squad

Ian Foster said selecting the first All Blacks squad of the year was extremely difficult.

'Surely not': The unlikely Blues moment that sparked emotional win

Emotions were high as the Blues booked their right to host the Crusaders in the final.

What a thriller! Blues survive huge scare to reach dream Super Rugby final

Super Rugby Pacific's inaugural season has its dream final - but only just.

Gregor Paul: The one key reason Blues avoided semifinal disaster

Opinion: A game that the Blues just about had in their pocket became unbelievably tense.

'We'll play the style we love': Black Ferns skipper sticking to the script

The Black Ferns will be looking for an improved performance against Canada tomorrow.

Crusaders send ominous warning ahead of Super Rugby final

The Crusaders have sent an ominous warning ahead of the Super Rugby Pacific final.

Phil Gifford: New Highlanders documentary is compulsive viewing

Opinion: What makes "1 To 39" compulsive viewing is how frank the Highlanders are.

Chiefs blow it as Crusaders continue perfect playoff streak

The Chiefs picked a bad night to have a bad night.

Gregor Paul: Time to let the world's best players in to Super Rugby

Opinion: New Zealand can exploit the global labour market the same as everyone else.