Super RugbyCrusaders judged by a higher standardTitle success has justifiably created a rod for the Crusader backs and they are judged by a higher standard, writes Brian Ashby.15 Jul 07:02 AM
Super RugbyHammett fires a shot on his way outMark Hammett says the Hurricanes were in a state of disarray when he took over the coaching reins ahead of the 2011 season.15 Jul 02:41 AM
OpinionWynne GrayWynne Gray: Kirwan has failed to find the answers at BluesWhatever the remedy for the Blues woes, John Kirwan has not found the answer, writes Wynne Gray.14 Jul 05:00 PM
OpinionJustin Marshall: Crusaders on track to go all the wayThe Crusaders' attack has probably been their Achilles heel this season, but they are looking a lot more balanced now and have an ominous momentum heading into the finals.14 Jul 01:00 AM
Super RugbyRugby: Brumbies will hold no fear for champs in rematch of last year's final after recent showingsIt can hardly be called a turning point but the Chiefs have come a long way since being humbled by the Brumbies in April.13 Jul 05:00 PM
OpinionWynne GrayWynne Gray: Crusaders score benefit of home semifinalIf experience counts for one iota in the Super 15 playoffs, the Crusaders will make inroads.13 Jul 05:00 PM
Super RugbyRugby: Blues 10th again - but failure brushed asideThe Blues are consistent - 10th last year and again this season.13 Jul 05:00 PM
OpinionChris RattueChris Rattue: Lift in their games puts Kiwis in NRL and Super 15 huntDon't laugh, especially on the league angle. But the weekend signalled that a New Zealand Super 15 and NRL double is on.13 Jul 05:00 PM
Super RugbyRugby: Highlanders will need Smith to be at their bestThe Highlanders are down but not out. Having claimed the final playoff spot despite losing to the Crusaders they are on their way to Durban.13 Jul 05:00 PM
Super RugbyRugby: Chiefs buzzing in time for playoffs - CrudenAaron Cruden, his voice all but gone after shouting instructions to the Chiefs throughout their gritty victory over the Blues in the wet and wild conditions at Eden Park.13 Jul 05:00 PM
Super RugbyChiefs can handle pressure of playoffsThey have wobbled and battled, scrambled and scraped their way to the final six without ever looking convincing and yet now they are in the playoffs, the Chiefs have the look of champions.12 Jul 05:00 PM
OpinionRichard Loe: My money's on the TahsI know they haven't taken their chances at this stage in previous competitions, but I'd have to say the Waratahs are the team with the form and momentum and will be tough to beat.12 Jul 05:00 PM
Super RugbyRugby: Crusaders clinch conferenceA good night's work led to a good night's kip for the Crusaders. They got their four-try victory and with it, the near certainty that the Sharks, who played overnight, couldn't knock them out of second place.12 Jul 09:20 AM
Super RugbyFirst take: Another admirable Crusaders winThe Crusaders are not everyone's model rugby side. But they understand the basics needed to achieve victories and for that, they need to be admired.12 Jul 09:15 AM
Super RugbyAs it happened: Crusaders v HighlandersRelive all the action from tonight's live blog of the Super Rugby clash between the Crusaders and Highlanders, from AMI Stadium in Christchurch.12 Jul 06:42 AM
All BlacksRugby: An ironman with some soft edgesMuch decorated hooker Keven Mealamu shows his steel on the paddock and his gentleness off it.11 Jul 05:00 PM
Super RugbyChris Rattue: Kirwan failing to carve new era at BluesIt's "What's wrong with the Blues?" time again. Two seasons under John Kirwan and nothing much has changed. Different animals, same zoo.11 Jul 05:00 PM
Super RugbyRugby: Chiefs earn another lifeThe Chiefs have kept their hopes of three consecutive Super Rugby titles alive with a win over the Blues at Eden Park tonight.11 Jul 09:25 AM
Super RugbyRugby: Nonu signs off Blues stintHe arrived under a metaphoric cloud, left under a literal one and yet Ma'a Nonu was nothing but a little ray of sunshine in his second stint with the Blues.11 Jul 09:20 AM
Super RugbyAs it happened: Chiefs v BluesWatch a replay of tonight's live blog of the Super Rugby clash between the Chiefs and the Blues from Eden Park in Auckland.11 Jul 06:55 AM
Super RugbyRugby: Weepu heading offshoreOne of the cult heroes of the All Blacks' 2011 World Cup winning side is parting ways with New Zealand rugby.10 Jul 08:23 PM
Super RugbyRugby: Saili set for bigger roleFoot and ankle injuries have combined to make this a frustrating year for Francis Saili, but as the Blues' season comes to a conclusion, he need only look at how he might fit into next year's midfield equation to put a fresh perspective on things.10 Jul 05:00 PM
OpinionWynne GrayWynne Gray: Blues v Chiefs high on motivationThe Blues have held firm at Eden Park although apart from the win against the Force, they have been unable to find the same recipe away from HQ.10 Jul 05:00 PM
Super RugbyRugby: Champions pumped to get job done under pressureIf it takes until their backs are against the wall for the Chiefs to find true form, then the champs are exactly where they want to be tonight.10 Jul 05:00 PM
Super RugbyRugby: Smith's absence music to Crusaders' earsIt will be the first time in two years Smith has not been available for the Highlanders. A leg infection, kept him in hospital across the Ditch for three nights10 Jul 05:00 PM
OpinionScotty Stevenson: Hollandcanes keep hoping against hopeThere's surely no other Kiwi team that could take its fans this far into a post-season push and leave them hanging at the last minute on an all-Australian affair.09 Jul 09:30 PM
