New ZealandBraid's days of shouldering burden overPain has been a constant companion for Blues loose forward Luke Braid for much of the past two seasons.13 Feb 04:00 PM
OpinionWynne GrayWynne Gray: Much to shout about 20th year of Super?This year we enter the 20th season of the tournament and you have to wonder whether rugby has pushed on and used those opening seasons as a springboard for real progress, writes Wyanne Gray.13 Feb 04:00 PM
Super RugbyCarter injury adds to Crusaders woesDan Carter hobbled off injured as the Crusaders crashed to a 20-10 loss to the Rebels in Christchurch tonight.13 Feb 08:29 AM
Super RugbyAs it happened: Crusaders v RebelsJoin us here for tonight's live blog of the Crusaders taking on the Rebels in the 2015 Super Rugby opener at AMI Stadium.13 Feb 05:49 AM
Super RugbyJustin Marshall: NZ teams' pros and consJustin Marshall, in the first of his twice-weekly columns, casts his eyes over the strengths and weaknesses of the New Zealand franchises.13 Feb 12:00 AM
Super Rugby'Ridiculous skills' from TJ PerenaraHurricanes and All Black halfback TJ Perenara has set the standard for training ground tricks in Super Rugby with an amazing left-footed sideline conversion.12 Feb 10:38 PM
Super RugbySuper Rugby: Around the groundsWith Minnesota Vikings tight end Rhett Ellison visiting training this week, it's tempting to ponder how some of the Blues' best would handle a job swap.12 Feb 04:30 PM
Super RugbySuper Rugby: The experts' predictionsNZME.'s rugby experts make some bold predictions ahead of the Super Rugby season.12 Feb 04:30 PM
Super RugbySharks and Bulls look the main challengersThe Bulls may end up being a surprisingly different side in terms of style this year.12 Feb 04:30 PM
New ZealandBlues have special place for StarshipBlues captain Jerome Kaino receives his new playing jersey from teenage patient Tyrone Banks at Starship children's hospital.12 Feb 04:00 PM
Super RugbyWaratahs coach one to watchThe Waratahs curbed years of mocking from their interstate rivals when they claimed last season's Super Rugby title.12 Feb 04:00 PM
Super RugbyA slow-burn start or all fired-up?Second, losing to the Waratahs in the Sydney final. Traditionally slow burners, the Crusaders slipped uncomfortably back into a familiar pattern.12 Feb 04:00 PM
Super RugbyRugby: Elliot's brave returnThere was a time when it seemed certain Hika Elliot's rugby career would end in tears.12 Feb 04:00 PM
Super RugbyBlues: Breakthrough year coming — but not yetMore of the same, with the Blues repeating their 10th-place finish from 2013 to leave their record of 32 games played under John Kirwan's command for 13 wins and 19....12 Feb 04:00 PM
Super RugbyPlatform required for ABs-laden backlineThe four-year coaching reign of Mark Hammett came to an end as he led them to seventh place and they missed the playoffs.12 Feb 04:00 PM
Super RugbySoutherners can serve up surprises yetFinished sixth - beaten in playoffs. Devoid of stars and coming off the back of a horror campaign in 2013, the Highlanders were the tournament's big surprise last year.12 Feb 04:00 PM
Super RugbyCrusaders: Cup double clouds start to seasonSuper Rugby begins its 20th year tonight with maybe not even a quarter of the excitement and intrigue as it did in Palmerston North 1996.12 Feb 04:00 PM
Super RugbyRennie's men kings in waitingThe consistency that set the Chiefs apart during their title campaigns suddenly disappeared, the two-time defending champions winning their first three games but never enjoying another such streak.12 Feb 04:00 PM
Super RugbyBlues kick off with all star front rowWe know Keven Mealamu will sit out Super Rugby for a month but the Blues will begin the tournament with an entire All Black front row this weekend.11 Feb 04:00 PM
Super RugbyRugby: Pocock to skipper BrumbiesDavid Pocock will captain the Brumbies in their Super Rugby season opener against the Queensland Reds tomorrow night, with head coach Stephen Larkham boldly tipping the luckless No 7 to return to the....11 Feb 04:00 PM
Super RugbyFolau has untapped potential as fullbackWallabies and Waratahs coach Michael Cheika must be confident Israel Folau will stay in rugby beyond 2015, declaring he is unlikely to experiment much with him at centre until next year.11 Feb 04:00 PM
OpinionScotty Stevenson: Memorable but bizarre night of rugby in AlbanyThe people of Albany, a suburb of Auckland's North Shore given over largely to big box retailers and franchise universities, was surprised on Saturday night when a Super Rugby match broke out at North Harbour Stadium.10 Feb 04:00 PM
Rugby World CupRugby: Kirwan needs Luatua at bestBlues coach John Kirwan has already made mention of his satisfaction at Steven Luatua's leadership at this early stage of the season.10 Feb 04:00 PM
Super RugbyIs this teen the new Sonny Bill Williams?New Zealand's sevens sensation Rieko Ioane has the Blues to thank for honing his form, with coach John Kirwan comparing his style to Israel Folau and Sonny Bill Williams.08 Feb 04:00 PM
Super RugbyInjuries hamper Blues' first match of seasonNew season, same old problems for Blues coach John Kirwan, who must consider a delicate juggling act with his loose forwards ahead of the first competition game against the Chiefs.08 Feb 04:00 PM
