OpinionGregor PaulGregor Paul: Horwill's 'not guilty' is a bad jokeThe least funny joke in rugby just got unfunnier, writes Gregor Paul27 Jun 11:30 PM
OpinionWynne GrayWynne Gray: Brian O'Driscoll in MelbourneThere is no surprise the Lions clarion call is coming from Brian O'Driscoll, a four time tourist on his final expedition in search of an elusive series win.27 Jun 09:50 PM
OpinionAsk Kamo: Messam's tighter All Black role requires a different styleLiam has been fantastic in both camps for a number of years, adapting very well to the instructions given to him while never forgetting his core jobs as a blindside flanker. In the Chiefs he is their co-captain so a lot more visible in the lead-up to game27 Jun 09:30 PM
Super RugbyRugby: Super 15 refresherRugby writer Patrick McKendry is on hand to offer a Super 15 refresher course to those who weren't really paying attention the first time around.27 Jun 05:30 PM
Super RugbyRugby: Marshall gets rare chance before double hip surgeryMost rugby players carry niggling injuries during the season but James Marshall has struggled with the same complaint for the past four years.27 Jun 05:30 PM
Super RugbyRugby: Centres of retentionSuper Rugby will resume next week, with recruitment top of the agenda for all franchises - and it will be the battle for midfielders that will be most intense.22 Jun 05:30 PM
OpinionWynne GrayWynne Gray: Ranger's departure big hole for Blues to fillWynne Gray says the $600,000-a-year deal is the right choice for Rene Ranger. He cannot make that money in New Zealand and there are no guarantees he will stay in the squad or stay injury free.14 Jun 11:42 PM
Super RugbyRugby: Visitors expect Tahs to hit field fired upLions back-rower Jamie Heaslip is tipping NSW coach Michael Cheika will have the Waratahs pumped up for tonight's showdown with the unbeaten tourists.14 Jun 05:30 PM
Super RugbyRugby: Mid-week gives Blues a test runFor Sir John Kirwan, mid-week matches against international sides are the heart and soul of the game.10 Jun 05:30 PM
Super RugbyRugby: Brumbies storm back into finalsThe Brumbies have qualified for the Super Rugby finals for the first time in nine years after beating the Melbourne Rebels 39-17 at Canberra Stadium late on Friday.08 Jun 05:30 PM
Super RugbyRugby: Chiefs still wait for respectAs the centre of excellence moves north to Hamilton, last year's champs see adoration of Crusaders continue.08 Jun 05:30 PM
OpinionSean Fitzpatrick: Sparkling Highlanders surely puzzling JosephYou could almost hear Jamie Joseph, coach of the Highlanders, saying: 'Hang on ... what's going on here?'08 Jun 05:30 PM
Super RugbyRugby: Five areas where Chiefs lead CrusadersThe Chiefs changed the coaching landscape last year when they operated with four full-time coaches instead of the usual two.08 Jun 05:30 PM
OpinionAsk Kamo: Plenty of talent just waiting to emergeIt is exciting to see Rene Ranger in Steve Hansen's All Black 23. Do you see any up-and-coming Northland players coming on, or any of promise from the other smaller unions around NZ?06 Jun 09:30 PM
OpinionThe Stats Don't Lie: High tackle count too much for BluesTracey Nelson crunches the numbers from the weekend's Super 15 action.03 Jun 11:50 PM
Super RugbyHaunted faces of Blues coaches says it allMany aspects favoured the Blues. They were playing the lowest-ranked side, under cover on a fast track, chasing points for the playoffs and All Black berths.02 Jun 10:30 PM
OpinionChris RattueChris Rattue: Sort team out and leave refs aloneTime to take control of your team, Sir John Kirwan, and the Blues boss can start by bringing his errant mentor and captain into line.02 Jun 09:30 PM
New Zealand'Chicken' lays out streakerIn his duties as AJ the Chicken, the Highlanders' mascot, Mr James tackled a streaker during the home team's victory over the Blues at Forsyth Barr Stadium on Saturday.02 Jun 05:30 PM
Super RugbyRugby: Brief relief eases the painThe Highlanders finally woke from a deep slumber to dispatch the Blues at Forsyth Barr Stadium last night.02 Jun 12:00 AM
Super RugbyBlues must account for themselvesThe Blues may progress in Super Rugby if they can win in Bloemfontein - but it is a big if.01 Jun 09:45 PM
All BlacksRugby: Bird injury may play into Clarke's handsChiefs captain Craig Clarke was being tipped as the strongest contender for a fairytale call-up to the All Blacks today, with former All Blacks Jarrad Hoeata and Anthony Boric outside choices.01 Jun 05:30 PM
