OpinionChris RattueRattue: The World Cup is a facade. NZ rugby is in troubleRugby's blazer brigade haven't got a clue what they are in for as action-packed league takes hold, says Chris Rattue.27 Sep 04:30 PM
OpinionChris RattueChris Rattue on the Rugby World Cup: IRB has duty to deliver fair schedules25 Sep 04:30 PM
OpinionChris Rattue: Should Deans quit after Irish shocker?Now Robbie Deans is the underperforming incumbent with a friend in a high place. Remind you of anyone, asks Chris Rattue...18 Sep 05:30 PM
OpinionChris Rattue's Rugby World Cup wishlist (SBW to shine)It would be nice to think that whatever the tournament outcome, we can enjoy and look back on characters and magical players who force their way into the limelight past the phase counters and ruck interpretation specialists.06 Sep 05:30 PM
OpinionChris RattueChris Rattue: Sonny Bill can call the sporting tune because he's a star30 Aug 05:30 PM
OpinionChris RattueChris Rattue: Cooper gets away with a cowardly attackThe Sanzar judiciary descended even further into its circus tent by clearing the cowardly act of Quade Cooper.28 Aug 05:30 PM
OpinionChris Rattue: Spare a thought for those the selectors left outAll Blacks coach Graham Henry obsessed about sending thoughts to the blokes who missed out...23 Aug 05:30 PM
OpinionChris RattueChris Rattue: Old man's game could bring Cup homeLooking for a World Cup omen? Here's one - the All Blacks' top starting side might be older...12 Jul 05:30 PM
OpinionChris RattueChris Rattue: Unlikely Reds among worthy champsI've never encountered so many Aucklanders upset at Canterbury losing a rugby game, writes Chris Rattue.10 Jul 05:30 PM
OpinionChris RattueChris Rattue: A two word Bok plan: 'drop' and 'goal'Peter de Villiers didn't look like a happy man in the stands as the Crusaders pummelled the Stormers. But he might have had a little smile, because the Super 15 semifinal...05 Jul 05:30 PM
OpinionChris RattueChris Rattue: Quake or no quake, Crusaders ruleThe Crusaders will win the Super 15 title and for the best possible reason.03 Jul 05:30 PM
OpinionChris RattueChris Rattue: Coaching dream team for WarriorsBrian McClennan as head coach with John Ackland his assistant - that is a dream coaching ticket for the Warriors.29 Jun 05:30 PM
OpinionChris RattueChris Rattue: Eric Watson, the Warriors' absentee bossThe club's owner needs to make his presence felt at Mt Smart before another season drifts away.28 Jun 05:30 PM
OpinionChris RattueChris Rattue: Aliens have stolen our Dan CarterA message to those nasty aliens - take us to your leader immediately so we can demand the return of the real Dan Carter.26 Jun 05:30 PM
OpinionChris RattueChris Rattue: Bound together in blood and gloryJohn Isner and Nicolas Mahut will remain linked far longer than the record 11 hours it took to complete their match at Wimbledon last year.24 Jun 05:30 PM