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Rugby: Brief relief eases the pain
The Highlanders finally woke from a deep slumber to dispatch the Blues at Forsyth Barr Stadium last night.
Blues must account for themselves
The Blues may progress in Super Rugby if they can win in Bloemfontein - but it is a big if.
Paul Lewis: Fine way to treat a messiah
What a shame Sir Graham Henry was forced by Sanzar to apologise for his refreshing honesty, writes Paul Lewis.
Rugby: Williams revelling in Blues leadership
Not much has missed Ali Williams in his lengthy career. He's been around the rugby block more than most, suffered major injuries, fallouts with coaches, serious form fluctuations and ploughed his way through 77 tests and more than 100 Super rugby matches.
Rugby: Blues on the brink
Usually the Blues gather early in the week to dissect video clips, review their last game and wade through ideas for their next match.
Rugby: Braid in doubt after training injury
Workaholic flanker Luke Braid has several dates with the Blues medicos before he can confirm his place for the decisive return Super 15 clash with the Highlanders.
Henry: 'My comments went too far'
Blues assistant coach Sir Graham Henry has issued a public apology after he heavily criticised match officials following his side's loss to the Crusaders.
Rugby: Passionless Blues cop flak after poor effort
The "Better Never Stops" hoardings are plastered around Blues headquarters.
Rugby: Failure to do basics lets Brumbies take it
Weather warnings had been on the money and as conditions closed in on Eden Park, tactics looked straightforward.
Back trio impress despite the gloom
Wet-weather footy, real rugby where the age-old tenets of ball security, discipline, defence and territory held true.
Rugby: Blues humbled by Brumbies
A shambles of a game - a disaster of a result. The Blues suffered the double whammy tonight of playing like dogs and losing.
As it happened: Blues v Brumbies
Watch a replay of our live blog from tonight's Super Rugby clash between the Blues and the Brumbies from Eden Park in Auckland.
Rugby: Blues must quickly snap out of mindset muddle
It seems rugby has been a long way from the programme for the Blues in a week when they need to recapture their Super 15 mojo.
Rugby: Workaholic Saili takes his game to another level
Every rugby team needs workaholics, those men who tackle, mop up and do the dirty work.
Rugby: Costly injury for Blues
The Blues have lost in-form blindside flanker Steven Luatua for their critical Super 15 clash with the Brumbies on Saturday.
Rugby: Classy Crusaders down Blues
The Blues must wonder if there is anything other than misery awaiting them in Christchurch. They haven't won their since 2004 and were never in anger of winning tonight.
Rugby: Blues get $4m boost from new investors
Investors have stumped up $4 million as part of their deal to run the Blues for the next seven years.
Rugby: Dagg's confidence level keeps him benched for yet another crucial match
The Crusaders coach said it would be unfair to throw the All Blacks fullback straight back into the fray when he was still struggling with his game.
Rugby: Blues anchor fired up for showdown with Crusaders
Mealamu is heading into his 148th match of Super rugby after recovering from the latest strain on those piston calves which deliver such an explosive impact.
Rugby: Battle lines drawn for epic encounter
It's been nine years since the Blues travelled south and beat the Crusaders in their backyard. In that time the Crusaders have claimed three Super rugby titles, finished runners-up twice and lost four semifinals.
Winger accused of assault may still play
Blues' winger George Moala could play in this weekend's clash against the Crusaders in Christchurch, despite facing serious assault charges.
Moala charged with assault
Blues winger George Moala will face a disciplinary tribunal once his assault charge is dealt with, rugby officials say.
Blues bros send mum into Orbit
Blues player Francis Saili took some time off from rugby to celebrate Mother's Day yesterday at Auckland's highest restaurant.
Rugby: Boric start a boost for Blues
One start does not make a player's reputation, but it has soothed some anxiety for Blues lock Anthony Boric.
Rugby: Blues hold on for win
A handful of Blues players took one big step towards the All Blacks tonight. The team, on the other hand, only flirted with a similarly impressive advancement.