Super RugbyDoes Beaudy hold the key?The Herald rugby writers answer three key questions ahead of the Super Rugby semifinals this weekend.28 Jul 11:37 PM
Super RugbyHalfback battle hints at Chiefs' semifinal game planIn a pure meritocracy like professional sport, why has the Chiefs' halfback job been so evenly shared?28 Jul 11:36 PM
Super RugbyLosing skipper a big blow for Lions - JosephHighlanders coach Jamie Joseph is describing Lions captain Warren Whiteley's unavailability for their Super Rugby semifinal as a big 28 Jul 08:10 PM
Super RugbySuper Rugby semifinals: What stats sayThe Hurricanes have lost all six of their playoff games against fellow Kiwi teams. Not a good omen heading into tomorrow's semifinal with the Chiefs28 Jul 05:49 PM
Super RugbyRugby: Coles faces tough decisionIt will ultimately be up to Dane Coles to make the final call on whether he plays in the semifinal.28 Jul 05:00 PM
Super RugbyCrusaders coaching duo moving onTodd Blackadder and Tabai Matson have confirmed their move to English club Bath.28 Jul 06:00 AM
Super RugbyRugby: Key match-ups set to ignite Super Rugby semi-finalPut aside, for a moment, the Dane Coles saga. The Hurricanes' skipper and hooker has firmed his chances of playing after running 28 Jul 03:55 AM
Super RugbyLeitch headlines returning Chiefs trioThe reinforcements have arrived for the Chiefs, with Sam Cane, Seta Tamanivalu and Michael Leitch all set for Saturday's semifinal.28 Jul 03:50 AM
Super RugbyCrusaders confirm Ioane signingNew Crusaders coach Scott Robertson has moved quickly to replaced departing wing Nemani Nadolo by signing former Reds and Wallabies 28 Jul 02:49 AM
Super RugbyColes still a chance for Hurricanes in semifinalHurricanes captain Dane Coles will be given until match day to prove his fitness for Saturday's Super Rugby semifinal against the Chiefs at Westpac Stadium.28 Jul 02:38 AM
Super RugbyJoe Wheeler - have the Highlanders got what it takes?Beating the Lions in their home country is a big ask. Does Joe Wheeler think the Highlanders have got what it takes?28 Jul 02:23 AM
Super RugbyRugby: Chiefs tired? They'll be all right on the night - MarshallMarshall's preparation will be uncomplicated, as the Hurricanes put the finishing touches on their plan to beat the Chiefs.27 Jul 05:30 PM
Super RugbyHighlanders punt on Sopoaga pays offOf all the smart signings pulled off by Highlanders coach Jamie Joseph, his best bit of business remains his decision to lure and then persevere with Lima Sopoaga.27 Jul 05:30 PM
All BlacksRugby: Rennie remains set for overseas stintChiefs coach Dave Rennie has reiterated his intention to head offshore after Steve Hansen earlier in the week extended his All Blacks 27 Jul 06:14 AM
Super RugbyCane and Tamanivalu both set for semifinal startsThe Chiefs have received a couple of positive pieces of injury news, with both Sam Cane and Seta Tamanivalu close to fitness.27 Jul 12:35 AM
Super RugbyScotty Stevenson: The invisible Cory JaneCory Jane has mastered the art of the invisible effort this season writes Scotty Stevenson.26 Jul 10:15 PM
Super RugbyLions coach offers insight on resting and who he wants to see in finalLions head coach John Ackermann has spoken with Radio Sport about his team's success and who he wants to see in the final.26 Jul 08:49 PM
Super RugbyNew Reds coach Nick Stiles makes bold callNew Queensland Reds coach Nick Stiles believes he can help the beleaguered franchise turn things around quickly.26 Jul 08:15 PM
Super RugbyWaratahs will not pursue Jarryd Hayne's signatureThe Waratahs reportedly will not table a Super Rugby offer for code-hopping NRL star Jarryd Hayne. According to foxsports.com.au26 Jul 06:36 PM
Super RugbyGregor Paul: Don't count out the LionsGiven the quality of rugby they have played since February, the prevailing view is that a New Zealand team will win Super Rugby.26 Jul 07:35 AM
Super RugbyReds closing in on Quade Cooper signingThe Queensland Reds are poised to complete the signing of Quade Cooper after locking in new head coach Nick Stiles.26 Jul 03:38 AM
Super RugbyNo justice for Stephen Larkham as ref gets semi final nodOfficials have appointed Angus Gardner to handle a Super Rugby semi-final despite outcry from Stephen Larkham.26 Jul 03:18 AM
Super RugbyHighlanders wary of threatening Lions sideHighlanders coach Jamie Joseph has acknowledged the threat the Lions pose against his side ahead of their semi-final clash at Ellis 25 Jul 08:02 PM
Super RugbyCrusaders set to sign Digby Ioane - reportFormer Wallabies winger Digby Ioane could be seen in Crusaders colours next year.25 Jul 06:54 PM
Super RugbyRugby: Counties Steelers name injury-depleted squadSuper Rugby was not kind to incoming Counties Manukau Steelers coach Darryl Suasua, but he has still named a 32-man Mitre 10 Cup squad 25 Jul 04:50 AM
Super RugbyHuge test ahead for young hookerThe semifinal spotlight will fall squarely on the two young Hurricanes hookers charged with stepping into Dane Coles' shoes to face the Chiefs.25 Jul 02:51 AM
Super RugbyMcKendry: Title is Hurricanes' to loseCOMMENT: Is this the Hurricanes year? Rugby expert Patrick McKendry says they won't get a better chance to win a Super title.25 Jul 02:35 AM
Super RugbyVote: Which sides will make the Super Rugby finalWill it be an all-New Zealand Super Rugby final or will the Lions spoil the party?24 Jul 11:18 PM
OpinionJustin Marshall: Hurricanes stick to game planCOMMENT: Before the Hurricanes quarter-final over the Sharks, I wrote that there was a question mark about the NZ conference leaders' mentality.24 Jul 05:00 PM
Super RugbyHighlanders ready for repeat successThe Highlanders are alive, and the three other teams still in the competition should be worried.24 Jul 04:30 AM
Super RugbyHorror start ends Blackadder's Crusaders tenureThe Crusaders were sunk by a horror start in what turned out to be Blackadder's final match as head coach before he heads to pastures new.24 Jul 03:10 AM
Super RugbyCaptains in doubt for Canes and ChiefsThe stakes could hardly be higher but both the Hurricanes and the Chiefs might be missing their inspirational skippers for Saturday night's semifinal.24 Jul 01:58 AM
Super RugbyBoyd: I'm distraught for Dane ColesA suspected rib injury to skipper Dane Coles has cast a shadow over the Hurricanes six-try 41-0 Super Rugby quarter-final win over the Sharks in Wellington.23 Jul 09:50 PM
Super RugbyRennie: We're just rapt to still be in raceThe Chiefs will face the Hurricanes in the Super Rugby semifinals after crushing the Stormers in Cape Town.23 Jul 08:55 PM
