LeagueUnearthing talent is becoming dirtyGregor Paul writes: It's not just politics that is dirty. Rugby recruitment is heading that way, too.30 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandBlow to Blues star's court bidBlues rugby star Tevita Li's bid to avoid a conviction after being caught drink driving has hit a stumbling block.12 Aug 01:41 AM
New ZealandPolice probe allegation against Blues starBlues rugby star Peter Saili is under investigation by police over an alleged assault.02 Aug 05:00 PM
OpinionPaul LewisPaul Lewis: Standing against the winds of changeSome years back, the Aberdeen Evening Express in Scotland reported on a big storm. At its height, a coastguard was asked by marine authorities to estimate wind speed.26 Jul 05:00 PM
Super RugbyRugby: Off to land of his mother'sThree years ago, Gareth Anscombe was on track to be an All Black. Now he is likely to find himself playing against the All Blacks in November as the 23-year-old first-five commits to Wales.19 Jul 10:42 PM
All BlacksRugby: Luatua back on AB radarThe first half of 2014 has very much been the Jerome Kaino show. Maybe the second will belong to Steven Luatua, who appears poised to re-emerge as a genuine international force.19 Jul 05:00 PM
Super RugbyRugby: Blues confirm Nonu's exit as analysis beginsAfter once more finishing a disappointing 10th in this year's Super Rugby competition, the Blues will today confirm the departure of their All Black midfielder Ma'a Nonu.15 Jul 05:00 PM
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
Super RugbyRugby: Blues 10th again - but failure brushed asideThe Blues are consistent - 10th last year and again this season.13 Jul 05:00 PM
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 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
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: The pivotal battleThe first match in which Blues first-five Ihaia West plays with his short-term future secured could also be the one in which he feels the most pressure.08 Jul 05:30 PM
Super RugbyRugby: Blues' mission impossibleThe equation is simple for the Blues to make the Super Rugby playoffs: win by a clear 38 points this Friday at their Eden Park fortress.07 Jul 05:00 PM
OpinionJustin Marshall: Crusaders coaches got it rightThere's been a lot of chat recently about the decision-making at the Crusaders - and I was one who was critical of some of their selections, Writes Justin Marshall.06 Jul 05:00 PM
Super RugbyRugby: Trio's departure a blow to Blues' hopesIf the Blues have taken a step forward in 2014, they are about to take at least two back, writes Gregor Paul.06 Jul 05:00 PM
Super RugbyChiefs back on songThe Chiefs have found form at the vital time to set up a potentially pivotal showdown with the Blues next weekend.05 Jul 05:00 PM
Super RugbyAs it happened: Crusaders v BluesJoin us here for tonight's live blog of the Super Rugby clash between the Crusaders and the Blues from AMI Stadium in Christchurch.05 Jul 06:56 AM
OpinionWynne GrayWynne Gray: Who needs the Blues? Not BarrettNo dice, Blues coach John Kirwan proclaimed this week when asked about a move to contract Beauden Barrett.05 Jul 12:28 AM
Super RugbyRugby: Woodcock taking care of No 1Twelve months ago it looked as if Tony Woodcock's grip on the All Blacks' No 1 jersey was slipping.04 Jul 10:54 PM
