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Elliott Smith: A radical proposal to improve rugby

Newstalk ZB rugby commentator Elliott Smith analyses the latest from the world of rugby.

'Three things wrong': Blues admit All Black's mistake after suspension

All Blacks prop cops three-week suspension following red card incident on Tuesday.

Phil Gifford: The most wonderfully outspoken man in rugby

Bryan Craies, who coached Auckland to a 1979 Ranfurly Shield victory, died this month.

A gender revolution is brewing in NZ rugby

New York Times: One in five rugby players in New Zealand are now women.

Red carded and rattled: Blues stave off Moana Pasifika fightback

Moana Pasifika delivered another stirring display to seriously rattle the Blues.

'Pretty frustrating': Chiefs and ABs star sidelined with broken thumb

Chiefs lock Brodie Retallick has been ruled out for several weeks.

Gregor Paul: The troubling discrepancy between NZ and Australian Super Rugby

OPINION: NZ players could be set up for a rude awakening when they play in Australia.

Young battler loses last fight against cancer

Hunter Donghi mourned after short battle with cancer.

'Not taking chances': Blues react to another Beauden Barrett head knock

New concussion fears are hitting All Black Beauden Barrett's career.

Back on track: Ominous Crusaders get revenge on Chiefs

The road to Super Rugby glory still runs through Scott Robertson's side.

Beauden Barrett suffers injury scare in tense Blues victory

The Blues' tight victory against the Highlanders may come at a cost.

'Playing for my family': Moana Pasifika filled with pride after first win

The team showcased their potential in the competition after a challenging start.

Phil Gifford: What the All Blacks can learn from France's rugby revolution

OPINION: France's rise is signalling a red flag for rugby in New Zealand.

'I'm sorry': Zac Guildford on hurting people, what he did with the money, and ADHD diagnosis

'I know deep down in the core I'm a good person.'

History! Moana Pasifika stun Hurricanes in golden point for famous win

No one predicted extra time would be necessary to separate these teams.

Gregor Paul: Why the world has disdain for Kiwi rugby fans

Opinion: Kiwi fans may travel to France as the tournament's least favourite supporters.