OpinionWynne GrayWynne Gray: Erratic best describes the Blues' early workConsistency is not yet their forte as they wavered on the Highveld in Pretoria, teasing us they might conjure a late victory before falling 38-22 to the Bulls, writes Wynne Gray.09 Mar 04:30 PM
New ZealandBlues: Tongan teammates in Sth AfricaBlues fullback Charles Piutau caught up with Tongan teammates Frank Halai & Tevita Li to find out how they've been enjoying their time in South Africa so far. Courtesy TheBlues/YouTube channelWatch05 Mar 11:56 PM
SportRugby: Blues recover in Sth AfricaThe Blues blew out the cobwebs from a long flight to South Africa with a light workout, stretch and pool session at a local gym in Johannesburg. Courtesy TheBlues/YouTube channelWatch05 Mar 12:12 AM
Super RugbyRugby: Blues look to outrun BullsA lot of mental preparation and less focus on the physical stuff was Blues coach Sir John Kirwan's summary of how his team would tackle this week.04 Mar 04:30 PM
New ZealandBlues head to South Africa The Blues took off from Sydney en route to Johannesburg on Sunday, check out what they got up to on the flight to the Republic. Courtesy The Blues/YouTube channel.Watch03 Mar 11:30 PM
OpinionJustin Marshall: Killer instinct taking hold in Kirwan's menIf you're a fan of the Blues, you have every right to feel encouraged by what you saw on Friday night, writes Justin Marshall.02 Mar 04:30 PM
Super RugbyRugby: Blues change gears for South Africa tripIt's early days and there are still flaws in their game, most notably their lineout which was put under severe pressure by the Crusaders.02 Mar 04:30 PM
SportPhotos: Blues beat CrusadersThe Blues showed their passion, class and skill to come back into the match and beat the Crusaders 35 - 24. Herald photographer Richard Robinson was there.28 Feb 09:57 PM
OpinionGregor PaulGregor Paul: Li leads the way as JK's vision leaps into focusOutrageously young, supremely talented and yet virtually unknown, Tevita Li took a giant step towards stardom last night, writes Gregor Paul.28 Feb 04:30 PM
SportRugby: Kirwan - 'there's plenty of work to do'Auckland Blues head coach John Kirwan says his team still has plenty of work to do even after outplaying the Crusaders at Eden Park 35-24.Watch28 Feb 10:52 AM
SportRugby Herald: Crusaders completely implodedHerald Rugby writers Gregor Paul and Patrick McKendry give their expert opinion and analysis after the Blues outplayed the Crusaders at Eden Park.Watch28 Feb 10:51 AM
Super RugbyBlues find their sparkThis rollercoaster of a victory over the old enemy has eased the pressure on the Blues - and will also cause a fair bit of soul-searching in Christchurch.28 Feb 08:26 AM
Super RugbyAs it happened: Blues v CrusadersJoin us here for live coverage of the Super Rugby match-up between the Blues and the Crusaders from Eden Park in Auckland.28 Feb 05:33 AM
Super RugbyUphill marathon for early losersNo team ever lost the Super Rugby title in the first week. But one could be about to lose it in the second.28 Feb 03:23 AM
Super RugbyRookie ready to step up - JKSir John Kirwan has put his faith in 20-year-old first-five Simon Hickey, a player yet to make his Super Rugby debut.26 Feb 04:30 PM
Super RugbyRugby: Blues upbeat in slow startAmid the gloom of a disappointing start to the season by the Blues in Dunedin, there were glimpses of positivity.25 Feb 04:30 PM
SportSuper Rugby wrap upGregor Paul and Wynne Gray discuss the winners and losers from the first weekend of Super Rugby.Rugby Herald will be with you every week as the season unfolds.Watch25 Feb 12:18 AM
Super RugbyRugby: Injuries add to the Blues problems as Crusaders loomTwo on the Blues' skimpy best list will miss the Crusaders' match and probably the side's trip to Africa.24 Feb 04:30 PM
OpinionWynne GrayWynne Gray: New season, same old BluesEvery sports competition needs a stack of components to make it more intriguing and they gallantly delivered when Super Rugby kicked off, writes Wynne Gray.24 Feb 04:30 PM
Super RugbyRugby: Nonu's return still on holdMidfielder Francis Saili, one of the Blues' best players in his team's mostly lacklustre performance against the Highlanders in Dunedin.23 Feb 04:30 PM
Super RugbyHighlanders hold on over BluesThis was a Mulligan for the Blues - a duff drive off the first tee that they can discard and start counting proper as of now.22 Feb 08:21 AM
Super RugbyAs it happened: Highlanders v BluesJoin us here for our live blog of the Super Rugby match between the Highlanders and the Blues from Forsyth Barr Stadium in Dunedin.22 Feb 05:09 AM
OpinionWynne GrayWynne Gray: Braid has true Blues attitude for captaincyThe golden season and personal gilt for Brendon McCullum shut the lid on the commotion about captaincy of the New Zealand cricket side.21 Feb 04:30 PM
Super RugbyRugby: Nomad Triggs answers Blues' SOSRugby nomad Hayden Triggs was looking for a new job away from the game when he received the SOS call from Blues coach Sir John Kirwan.21 Feb 04:30 PM
SportBlues: Ofa Tu'ungafasi starting Ahead of his first start for The Blues on Saturday, prop Ofa Tu'ungafasi talks about how he's feeling and the hard work he's put in during the pre-season to reach his goal. Courtesy TheBlues/YouTubeWatch21 Feb 02:13 AM
New ZealandKirwan: Blues team to face Highlanders Blues head coach Sir John Kirwan talks about his selections for the seasonopener against the Highlanders in Dunedin on Saturday. Courtesy TheBlues/YouTube.Watch21 Feb 02:11 AM
