Latest from Blues Rugby Team

Rugby: McAlister out of opener

Rugby: Role revived in 10 search

The Blues are playing Luke McAlister at first five-eighths - perhaps nudged by the All Blacks coaching panel.

Rugby: Nomad Payne looks forward to new home

As a young man making his way into the paid rugby ranks, Jared Payne was a confused admirer of the Blues.

Rugby: Lowrey gets his chance for Blues

Chris Lowrey carried some serious rugby promise after his inaugural Blues season.

Rugby: 'Ice' warming to serious rugby after recent surgery

Rugby: Sonny Bill still a chance for opener

Sonny Bill Williams may still be a chance to play in the Crusaders' first Super 15 match against the Blues.

Rugby: Blues start their season with victory

Rugby: Blues name side to face Highlanders

The Blues have named their first starting XV for 2011 ahead of their pre-season match against the Highlanders on Saturday.

Rugby: Williams set for Super 15

Ali Williams has finished his stint playing rugby in England and has declared himself fully ready to play for the Blues in the Super 15.