New ZealandCrowds galore after long Covid-19 hiatusEden Park saw the biggest Super Ruby crowd for Blue home game supporters since 2005.14 Jun 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumSuper RugbyPhil Gifford: Seven takeaways from Super Rugby's returnCOMMENT: The Blues made seeing live rugby again feel like welcoming back an old friend.14 Jun 07:30 AM
Super Rugby'Fair play to him': Barrett reacts to cheeky Coles celebrationBeauden Barrett loses the individual battle with Dane Coles but wins war in Blues debut.14 Jun 07:20 AM
PremiumPremiumSuper RugbyGregor Paul: The potential problem with Super Rugby AotearoaCOMMENT: One key change could end up defining New Zealand's new competition.14 Jun 06:30 AM
Super Rugby'The buzz is back': Brilliant Blues start in styleThis team has the potential to give this competition a real shake.14 Jun 05:30 AM
Super RugbyWatch: Beauden Barrett pulled into Canes try celebrationBeauden Barrett got an early ribbing from his former teammates but had the last laugh.14 Jun 05:25 AM
Super RugbyLive: Blues beat Hurricanes in front of packed Eden ParkFollow the action as the Blues take on the Hurricanes at a sold-out Eden Park.14 Jun 05:15 AM
Super RugbyInteractive ratings: Rate every player in Blues v HurricanesRugby is back - and so is the Herald's live player ratings.14 Jun 03:00 AM
PremiumPremiumSuper RugbyDylan Cleaver: The grim stain on rugby's successful returnNew emphasis on breakdown meant rugby's return was painstaking ... until the end.14 Jun 12:00 AM
Super RugbyOuch! Three arrested after streakers flattenedThree men have been charged with offensive behaviour.13 Jun 11:47 PM
LifestyleWatch: Beauden Barrett takes chilly plunge with Israel Dagg ahead of big gameThe cold never bothered them anyway.13 Jun 11:25 PM
New ZealandLeave home early: Rugby, Black Lives Matter rally to clog Auckland roadsProtests, rugby crowds, shopping ... level 1 means more traffic and crowds.13 Jun 11:13 PM
PremiumPremiumSuper RugbyThe Business of Rugby: Analysing Super Rugby's futureWill a NZ-only or trans-Tasman competition hold long-term appeal for fans and players?13 Jun 06:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionLiam NapierLiam Napier: Sold out crowd sends lesson to NZ RugbyCOMMENT: Eden Park will today host a soldout arena for the Blues and Hurricanes.13 Jun 06:00 PM
New ZealandCloudy with a chance of rugby - Super match setSunday's forecast for Auckland's return to Super Rugby.13 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandPM, Robertson's rugby rivalryIt was time for some banter between the PM and her minister after a serious few months.13 Jun 09:38 AM
PremiumPremiumSuper RugbyPatrick McKendry: Rugby's triumphant return a blessingCOMMENT: The return of NZ's national game represents another step towards normality13 Jun 09:30 AM
Super RugbySuper start: Gatland stuns dad in last-gasp thrillerLast-gasp drop goal by late Highlanders call-up seals thrilling win in opener.13 Jun 09:05 AM
Super RugbyIncredible finish! Highlanders, Chiefs trade drop goalsBryn Gatland drop goal beats dad Warren's Chiefs in last minute thriller.13 Jun 08:40 AM
New ZealandSuper Rugby, protest rally to disrupt Auckland trafficAucklanders are being advised to use public transport into the city and to Eden Park.13 Jun 05:23 AM
All Blacks43,000 disappointed fans? How the Hurricanes plan to stop Blues' partyThe Hurricanes' inside knowledge of Beauden Barrett may help their cause at Eden Park.13 Jun 05:00 AM
Super RugbySold out: How Super Rugby return could usher in new eraRugby fans could change the future of the sport by voting with their feet.13 Jun 02:00 AM
Super RugbyHighlanders suffer cruel blowThe side has been forced into a late reshuffle of their starting XV.13 Jun 01:50 AM
Super Rugby'Sounds like league': Australian Super Rugby's new rulesThe competition will add seven new laws, including some very similar to the rival code's.13 Jun 01:20 AM
New ZealandYour weather: Brrrrr, cold start but fine skies set for rugbyMuch of the Central North Island and South Island woke to frosts this morning.12 Jun 07:01 PM
PremiumPremiumAll BlacksThe Business of Rugby: Where has all of NZ's money gone?Rugby generates enormous sums of money, but it spends it, too. So where is it going wrong?12 Jun 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumSuper RugbyAll Blacks heartbreak and injury issues: Luke Jacobson's lessons in resiliencyLuke Jacobson has had a lesson in resilience.12 Jun 05:00 PM
All BlacksAll Blacks star reveals the secret he kept from Jonah Lomu for nine months"I thought, 'Ah, bro'. I didn't tell him, I didn't tell anyone."12 Jun 06:55 AM
Super RugbyInteractive ratings: Rate every player in Highlanders v ChiefsRugby is back - and so is the Herald's live player ratings.12 Jun 06:30 AM
Super RugbyBeauden Barrett reveals Dan Carter's real role at the BluesBeauden Barrett has offered an insight into the nature of Dan Carter's role at the Blues.12 Jun 06:00 AM
PremiumPremiumSuper RugbyLeon MacDonald: The reason for Barrett's shock switchMacDonald envisions Barrett as a first-five but will play him at No15 for his Blues debut.12 Jun 03:30 AM
PremiumPremiumSuper RugbyThe lockdown lesson shaping NZ's next generation of rugby starsAthletes are fast realising that mental fitness is just as important as physical strength.12 Jun 03:00 AM
Super RugbyConfirmed: Blues' late Beauden Barrett switchThe Blues will start their first game of Super Rugby Aotearoa with Barrett at No 15.12 Jun 02:00 AM
Super RugbyRevealed: Blues to make surprise Beauden Barrett switchBeauden Barrett tipped for Blues debut against Hurricanes - but not at No 10.11 Jun 09:20 AM
