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The Big Read: Rugby's hottest property
Damian McKenzie has been among the very best in Super Rugby this season. His elevation to the All Blacks appears a matter of time.

Chiefs-Brumbies showdown a finals pointer
It's early to be thinking about Super Rugby finalists and yet hard not to with the Chiefs playing the Brumbies this weekend.

Umaga rolls dice again as he seeks midfield answers
Five games into the season, Blues coach Tana Umaga is still searching for his best backline.

Francis gets chance for Blues
Tana Umaga has given Piers Francis his first Super Rugby start as he continues his search for the Blues' best midfield combination.

Rugby: Rennie thrilled to see Pulu fly
It's a title fit to grace the top of any player's CV - the fastest man in New Zealand rugby.

Blues eager to ditch Eden Park
The Blues back stadium in Auckland's CBD and would be happy to leave their spiritual home.

Blues turn to mental skills coach
The Blues have turned to a mental skills coach to help them deal with their torrid record playing at QBE Stadium.

Justin Marshall: Champs, Crusaders bonding
COMMENT: The Super Rugby season stretches all the way to August but there can be defining moments at even this early stage of the campaign.

Chris Rattue: Dave Rennie has the midas touch
Dave Rennie is proving what a gem he is, again, with a team ripped up by injuries

Why I turned down Rio
The All Blacks fullback has opened up about his Olympic heartache, and why he chose the Highlanders over a bid for gold in Rio.

Late try helps Crusaders past Sharks
The Crusaders end the Sharks' unbeaten start in Super Rugby with a close win in Durban.

Live updates: Crusaders v Sharks
Live updates of the Super Rugby clash between the Crusaders and the Sharks.

Highlanders too good for Rebels
The defending champions are moving nicely into top gear and starting to look more than capable of holding onto their title.

Red-hot Chiefs blow away Force
The Chiefs blew away yet another defence tonight, lying in wait before striking with speed and skill to seize a bonus-point win.

Cullen: Fullback should be McKenzie country
Christian Cullen would love to see the All Blacks selectors take a punt on Damian McKenzie for the June tests.

Watch: Chiefs score stunning 80m try
The Chiefs have scored one of the best tries of 2016.