Super RugbyHighlanders smash into semisThere were 16 long years between home playoff games for the Highlanders - but this one was well worth the wait.20 Jun 09:33 AM
Super RugbyAs it happened: Highlanders v ChiefsCatch everything that happened in the big Super Rugby quarter-final between the Highlanders and the Chiefs.20 Jun 07:05 AM
Super RugbyChiefs in big battle to stay off boozeTravelling south to tackle the Highlanders in Dunedin tonight is hardly how Dave Rennie drew up the Chiefs' playoff plans.19 Jun 05:00 PM
Super RugbyThe player key to Chiefs' attacking strategyThe player key to the Chiefs' attacking strategy will bring a couple of contradictory features tomorrow night.18 Jun 05:00 PM
Super RugbyCane well-rested to tackle HighlandersA well-rested Sam Cane should send a shudder down the spine of any Highlander who attacks the line this Saturday night.17 Jun 05:51 AM
Super RugbySmith and co ready to take next stepAnother year older and a lot wiser, the Highlanders plan to put the painful lessons learned in their qualifier defeat 12 months ago to good use against the Chiefs on Saturday.16 Jun 05:00 PM
OpinionScotty Stevenson: Elliot to rekindle dreamIf Neil Sedaka thought breaking up was hard to do, he should have given making up a go. Breaking up is the easy part in professional rugby.16 Jun 05:00 PM
OpinionWynne GrayWynne Gray: Highlanders impress but Chiefs too goodThe Highlanders have nailed the Chiefs 36-9 and 20-17 this season but a third success, even under the roof in Dunedin, looks lineball at best. Wynne Gray tells us why.14 Jun 09:32 PM
Super RugbyInjury-plagued Chiefs shrug off handicapMaking the playoffs has been standard fare for the Chiefs in the Dave Rennie era and they collected championship crowns in 2012 and 2013.14 Jun 05:00 PM
Super RugbyHurricanes down ChiefsThe Hurricanes showed why they're the favourites to take their maiden title with a 21-13 win over the Chiefs in New Plymouth.13 Jun 09:44 AM
Super RugbyAs it happened: Chiefs v HurricanesFollow along live with all the action as the Chiefs take on the Hurricanes at 7.35pm at Yarrow Stadium.13 Jun 07:05 AM
Super RugbyChiefs and Canes both calling 'Naki homeThe Hurricanes used to label New Plymouth and the Taranaki region as "home" but after years of perceived neglect, the province threw their lot in with the Chiefs.12 Jun 05:30 PM
Super RugbyTop guns ready to serve up appetiserTonight in New Plymouth, if all goes to plan, will merely be the second instalment of a trilogy that decides the Super Rugby season.12 Jun 05:00 PM
Super RugbyRugby: Frontline forwards miss outThe Chiefs' injury load is easing at the right time but they will still be without a pair of frontline forwards for tomorrow's showdown with the Hurricanes.11 Jun 05:00 PM
Super RugbyChiefs poach young CrusaderThe Chiefs have pulled off what might be the best signing of 2015 by stealing the hugely promising Nepo Laulala from the Crusaders.10 Jun 06:40 PM
Super RugbyEnglish Chief returns from concussionMatt Symons had myriad reasons to rush his return from concussion and get back on the field with the Chiefs.10 Jun 05:00 PM
All BlacksSBW fit and firing for Canes clashThe angst surrounding Sonny Bill Williams just may be unfounded.09 Jun 04:59 AM
OpinionChris RattueChris Rattue: SBW looking hit and mythChris Rattue writes: Come on Sonny Bill Williams - time for the world's greatest athlete to start walking the walk again.07 Jun 05:00 PM
Super RugbyChiefs right their ship and set sailThe Chiefs were embarrassed by last week's loss to the Highlanders and that feeling needed to be rectified sooner or later.07 Jun 05:00 PM
Super RugbyChiefs seal playoff placeIt’s an outcome that is the new normal under Dave Rennie — the Chiefs tonight reached the playoffs for the fourth straight season to continue their hunt for another title.06 Jun 11:40 AM
Super RugbyRumours SBW to sit out seasonCould there be any truth to the rumours across the Ditch that Sonny Bill Williams will sit out the rest of the series?05 Jun 03:44 AM
Super RugbyRetallick firing for Super playoffs pushThe Chiefs are unbeaten with Brodie Retallick in their ranks this season but, without the big lock, have lost more than they've won.04 Jun 05:00 PM
All BlacksRugby: Penalty count a weak pointLiam Messam leads the way with 21 penalties and one yellow card, with Ben Franks (18 penalties) and Richie McCaw (17 penalties, plus one yellow card) also high-profile offenders.03 Jun 05:00 PM
Super RugbySuper Rugby's best at breaking defencesHighlanders wings Waisake Naholo and Patrick Osborne showed their class as they scored tries during their team's 36-9 win over the Chiefs during the weekend, but where do they rank among the competition's best tackle-busters?01 Jun 05:00 PM
Super RugbyChiefs still have destiny in own handsThey were handed their worst defeat of the season and held tryless for the first time in 25 games - but the Chiefs' finals fate remains firmly in their control.31 May 05:00 PM
