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Paul Lewis: The tough midfield choices facing the All Blacks
OPINION: Potential players face tough competition for a spot in the All Blacks' midfield.

'Not sure yet' – Penney coy on Crusaders coaching future
Rob Penney is keeping his cards close to his chest with regards to his coaching future.

How rugby data changed All Blacks selection process
OPINION: Sir Graham Henry trusted his instincts over digital stats during games.

New All Blacks squad: The four rookies who could get call-up
As many as four rookies could force their way into Scott Robertson's All Blacks squad.

Super Rugby final player ratings: One All Black picked the worst time to disappoint
Opinion: Which players made their case for All Blacks selection?

Crusaders claim Super Rugby Pacific title
The Crusaders saw off the Chiefs in a physical encounter in Christchurch.

Liam Napier: Where the Chiefs could edge the Crusaders in Super Rugby final
OPINION: Breaking down just where the decider can be won.

Elliott Smith: McMillan's record adds pressure to Chiefs' big game
OPINION: Clayton McMillan faces a potential fourth final loss in five years tomorrow.

Mike Thorpe: Are the Crusaders the world's most successful pro sports franchise of all time?
OPINION: Mike Thorpe argues the numbers suggest that they are.

Smart mouthguards under fire ahead of Super Rugby Pacific final
Ethan Blackadder was wrongly sent for an HIA during the Crusaders' semifinal win.

Gregor Paul: The unwanted feeling that has returned to rugby
OPINION: The sport still has a mad habit of removing common sense.

Phil Gifford: Key factors to decide the Crusaders-Chiefs showdown
OPINION: The Crusaders haven't lost a home playoff, so don't bet against them now.

Super Rugby semi: Crusaders edge Blues in thriller
Rob Penney's men advance to the final at the expense of their Auckland rivals.

John Afoa: Super Rugby legend gives his take on this weekend's Blues Vs Crusaders
John Afoa joins Ryan Bridge to give us an insight into what to expect for this weekend's Blue's Vs Crusader's game.

How a new stadium could affect Crusaders' perfect playoff record
The Crusaders have won all 30 home playoff games they have been involved in since 1998.

'Real driver for us': Blues inspired by Suafoa's brave battle
The Blues are harnessing emotional motivation to end the Crusaders' 30-match playoffs run.

Who next? Six candidates to become NZ Rugby's new chief executive
OPINION: NZ Rugby is searching for a new boss after Mark Robinson stepped down.

Super Rugby teams: Key changes highlight semifinal squads
How the teams will line up in the Super Rugby Pacific semifinals.

James O'Connor to leave Crusaders, join English club for 2026
The former Wallaby turned down Racing 92 to replace Handré Pollard at Leicester.

Gregor Paul: Why NZ rugby's biggest flaw remains unchanged
OPINION: The Crusaders dominated the Reds' scrum, showcasing NZ's rugby basics.

Phil Gifford: The rise of the Blues – a season of resilience and comeback
OPINION: That last-second try in Hamilton sealed the upset of the season.