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 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: 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 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 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
Super RugbyPlayers set for break-out seasonsYou may not have heard of them now, but you probably will during the Super Rugby season. Our rugby writers look at who is likely to be the breakout for each franchise this season.05 Feb 04:00 PM
All BlacksRugby: Jimmy Cowan ramps up battle for Blues halfback jerseyFormer All Black Jimmy Cowan has quickly made himself comfortable in Auckland to the point where he is turning halfback into one of the most contestable positions at the Blues.04 Feb 04:00 PM
Super RugbyFekitoa competes for spot in Cup squadTwelve months is a long time in professional rugby.03 Feb 04:00 PM
Super RugbyFresh challenges await last year's starThis time last year, an outstanding pre-season campaign set up Patrick Tuipulotu for inclusion in the All Blacks after only a handful of games for the Blues.03 Feb 04:00 PM
Super RugbyBlues $4m high-tech training HQThe Blues will today officially announce a new $4 million purpose-built training and administrative headquarters at Alexandra Park in Auckland.02 Feb 04:00 PM
Super RugbyRugby: Cruden on target for Chiefs' campaignThe shadow of two World Cups hangs over Super Rugby, which kicks off next Friday, February 13.02 Feb 04:00 PM
OpinionPatrick McKendryPatrick McKendry: Blues up against cricket openerNew Zealand's five Super Rugby teams will officially launch their season in Auckland this morning.01 Feb 04:00 PM
