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Are today's All Blacks boring? Calls mount for more 'heroes and villains'
Former players and agents think today's stars should express themselves more freely.
Gregor Paul: What Scott Robertson's selections reveal about power-based plans
The squad aims to dominate the gainline with powerful ball carriers and defenders.
Crusaders celebrate Super Rugby title with triumphant Christchurch parade
Fans lined Christchurch streets for the Crusaders’ Champions Parade today.
Robertson names five new All Blacks for first squad of 2025
The All Blacks host France next month to begin their season.
Where does this Crusaders' win rank?
Herald sports reporters Alex Powell and Cam McMillan run Ryan Bridge through the weekend of sport, including the Crusaders Super Rugby title.
Phil Gifford: How Crusaders' resilience toppled the Chiefs in epic final
OPINION: Rivez Reihana was man of the match, scoring crucial penalties in the final.
Departing Chiefs coach McMillian content despite Super Rugby heartbreak
In five seasons under Clayton McMillan, the Chiefs lost four finals.
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.
Super Rugby teams: The squads tasked with clinching the title
How the Crusaders and Chiefs will line up in the Super Rugby Pacific final.
Crusaders playmaker confirms departure after Super Rugby Pacific final
James O'Connor will be looking to depart as a champion when the Crusaders host the Chiefs.
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.