Super RugbyWhy Francis can shine at No 10 for BluesCoach sends a blunt message about the performance against the Highlanders.15 Mar 01:52 AM
Super RugbyFrancis in Blues' hot seat after West's demotionPiers Francis to wear No10 jersey for Blues against Crusaders in Christchurch.14 Mar 10:08 PM
Super RugbyFive things the Blues have to changeFive things the Blues must change before their daunting task of facing the Crusaders in Christchurch.12 Mar 11:33 PM
Super RugbyChanges necessary for Blues to avoid hopeless slideTana Umaga will likely take a close look at his key decision makers before clashing with the Crusaders.12 Mar 03:14 AM
Super RugbyInjuries to key All Blacks mar victoriesLeg injuries to All Blacks Lima Sopoaga, Waisake Naholo, Israel Dagg, Seta Tamanivalu and Nehe Milner-Skudder a concern.11 Mar 08:10 PM
Super RugbyHunt plays hero for the CrusadersThe Crusaders repeated last week's second-half heroics to shock the Reds in Brisbane tonight.11 Mar 10:46 AM
Super RugbyCrusaders building something specialThe Crusaders are on the comeback thanks to a new spark under new coach Scott Robertson.10 Mar 04:51 AM
Super RugbySurprise Crusaders call up for Bryn GatlandBryn Gatland, the son of former All Black Warren, has been signed as temporary injury cover by the Crusaders.07 Mar 02:58 AM
New ZealandAnxious Highlanders target BluesThe Highlanders will face the Blues at Eden Park this week needing a win to kick-start their season.05 Mar 03:51 AM
Super RugbyRugby bosses must halt the aerial carnageCOMMENT: Rugby bosses must consider rule changes after a terrific game was blighted by injuries, writes Chris Rattue.05 Mar 03:16 AM
Super RugbyCrusaders comeback stuns HighlandersThe Crusaders shocked the Highlanders by scoring three tries in the final 15 minutes to earn an unlikely victory.04 Mar 08:37 AM
Super RugbyAs it happened: Highlanders v CrusadersTwo late tries by the Crusaders complete a stunning comeback at Forsyth Barr Stadium.04 Mar 06:20 AM
Super RugbyCrusaders make changes for Kiwi derbyCrusaders coach Scott Robertson reshuffled his backline to play the Highlanders.02 Mar 06:42 AM
Super RugbyMo'unga suffers broken handThe Crusaders have suffered a serious injury blow in the opening week of the season, with Richie Mo'unga breaking his hand.26 Feb 07:33 AM
Super RugbyCrusaders hang on to beat BrumbiesThe Crusaders showed they should once more be challengers in their season-opening victory over the Brumbies.25 Feb 08:26 AM
Super RugbyCrusaders with six new faces for openerFullback Israel Dagg will become the latest Super Rugby centurion when his Crusaders team take on the Brumbies.23 Feb 04:43 AM
Super Rugby10 All Blacks return for CrusadersThe Crusaders welcome back a host of All Blacks for their final Super Rugby pre-season match against the Hurricanes.15 Feb 11:18 PM
Super RugbyWhitelock to captain Crusaders as Read told to 'enjoy' playingA desire to ease Kieran Read's workload has thrust Crusaders lock Sam Whitelock into the captaincy role for their next Super Rugby 18 Dec 05:18 PM
Super RugbyChiefs returning to Fiji for Super Rugby clashThe Chiefs have confirmed they're returning to Fiji next year. Their round 13 Super Rugby match against the Crusaders on May 19 will 14 Nov 10:50 PM
Super RugbyRugby: Seta Tamanivalu moves to CrusadersAll Blacks midfielder Seta Tamanivalu will swap the Chiefs for the Crusaders next season. The 24-year-old, who is currently in Argentina 29 Sep 02:55 AM
Super RugbyMcKendry: Crusaders need to ask tough questionsMaybe the Crusaders should have waited until the season finished to announce Todd Blackadder's successor.29 Jul 07:03 AM
Super RugbyCrusaders coaching duo moving onTodd Blackadder and Tabai Matson have confirmed their move to English club Bath.28 Jul 06:00 AM
Super RugbyCrusaders confirm Ioane signingNew Crusaders coach Scott Robertson has moved quickly to replaced departing wing Nemani Nadolo by signing former Reds and Wallabies 28 Jul 02:49 AM
Super RugbyCrusaders set to sign Digby Ioane - reportFormer Wallabies winger Digby Ioane could be seen in Crusaders colours next year.25 Jul 06:54 PM
Super RugbyHorror start ends Blackadder's Crusaders tenureThe Crusaders were sunk by a horror start in what turned out to be Blackadder's final match as head coach before he heads to pastures new.24 Jul 03:10 AM
Super RugbyCrusaders out, thrashed by LionsTodd Blackadder's dream of leading the Crusaders to a title is over, the Lions clear-cut winners of their quarter-final.23 Jul 04:45 PM
Super RugbyLive updates: Crusaders v LionsLive updates of the Super Rugby quarter-final clash between the Crusaders and the Lions at Ellis Park. The Crusaders have won their 23 Jul 02:29 PM
Super RugbyMental question remains for CanesThere's no questioning the Hurricanes' quality, writes Justin Marshall. Tonight against the Sharks is about learning the lessons of their past.23 Jul 04:30 AM
Super RugbyWatch: Crusaders sing for Andy EllisCrusaders have posted online a patchy sing-along tribute to departing stalwart Andy Ellis ahead of their must-win quarter-final.18 Jul 07:56 AM
Super RugbyBlackadder's belief as high as ever despite bruising lossCrusaders coach Todd Blackadder knows his side face a tough task ahead in South Africa after a bruising finish to the Super Rugby 17 Jul 08:21 PM
Super RugbyCrusaders hampered by injuryAn already difficult assignment for the Crusaders in Todd Blackadder's last few weeks as coach has just been made much tougher.17 Jul 05:00 PM
New ZealandNZ Herald Focus 17 July 4pm SPORTThe quarter-final lineup is set in Super Rugby after the Hurricanes thrashed the Crusaders and the Highlanders overcame the Chiefs. Were those matches of test intensity? The All Blacks will release a new jersey in the coming days. How will it differ from the others? More golden point heartbreak for the Warriors after going down late to Manly in Perth.Watch17 Jul 02:00 AM
Super RugbyCrusaders fan hits the jackpotCrusaders fans may be hurting tonight but one Christchurch man will be counting his lucky stars after winning $25,000 cash at the game.16 Jul 08:28 PM
Super RugbyHurricanes clinch NZ conferenceOn a night when no one knew what to expect, a bonus point record win for the Hurricanes over the Crusaders helped them clinch the NZ conference.16 Jul 07:19 AM
