Super RugbyRugby: Alarm bells ring at CrusadersThey're traditionally slow starters in Super Rugby but losses to the Rebels and the Chiefs and an unconvincing win over the Highlanders may have some alarm bells ringing in Christchurch.02 Mar 04:00 PM
OpinionJustin Marshall: Crusaders' crushing isn't whole story of the gameThe game against the Chiefs got away from them but I certainly wouldn't be pushing any panic buttons with the Crusaders just yet, writes Justin Marshall.01 Mar 04:00 PM
Super RugbyRugby: Chiefs revel in rare winSaturday night's 40-16 win at Waikato Stadium in Hamilton saw the Chiefs' late blitz break open the game and confound those expecting the latest tense chapter in this rivalry.01 Mar 04:00 PM
Super RugbyRugby: Aaron Cruden's night for Chiefs but more neededAaron Cruden would have wanted a big game, facing the man that could spoil his World Cup, and the Chiefs pivot did indeed impress.28 Feb 04:00 PM
Super RugbyChiefs kill Crusaders with qualityThe Chiefs produced a performance tonight that suggested that their status as competition favourites is mired in reality, not myth.28 Feb 08:27 AM
Super RugbyAs it happened: Chiefs v CrusadersJoin us here for tonight's live blog of the Super Rugby showdown between the Chiefs and the Crusaders from Waikato Stadium in Hamilton.28 Feb 05:21 AM
Super RugbyCan Dan make a comeback?Gregor Paul on Dan Carter: 'Once he could hop about on one leg and still be the All Blacks' preferred choice at first five."26 Feb 04:00 PM
Super RugbyCrusaders hold off HighlandersIn another compelling Southern derby, the Crusaders held off a late charge from the Highlanders to claim their first win of the Super Rugby season.21 Feb 08:24 AM
Super RugbyAs it happened: Highlanders v CrusadersJoin our live blog of the Super Rugby clash between South Island rivals the Highlanders and the Crusaders in Dunedin.21 Feb 05:58 AM
SportRugby Herald: Is Dan Carter finished?New Zealand Herald rugby scribes Gregor Paul and Patrick McKendry discuss Dan Carters future as the five-five struggles with injury again in World Cup year.Watch19 Feb 11:26 PM
Super RugbyCrusaders wait on Carter's leg injuryThree days on and updates about Daniel Carter's latest leg injury are fuzzy.16 Feb 04:00 PM
OpinionWynne GrayWynne Gray: Lack of sting from star teamsThose inclined to provoke early season niggle will declare the Crusaders are toast, the Bulls are crisping and the Reds are burned offerings.15 Feb 04:00 PM
Super RugbyJustin Marshall: NZ teams' pros and consJustin Marshall, in the first of his twice-weekly columns, casts his eyes over the strengths and weaknesses of the New Zealand franchises.13 Feb 12:00 AM
Super RugbySuper Rugby: Around the groundsWith Minnesota Vikings tight end Rhett Ellison visiting training this week, it's tempting to ponder how some of the Blues' best would handle a job swap.12 Feb 04:30 PM
Super RugbyCrusaders: Cup double clouds start to seasonSuper Rugby begins its 20th year tonight with maybe not even a quarter of the excitement and intrigue as it did in Palmerston North 1996.12 Feb 04:00 PM
Super RugbyA slow-burn start or all fired-up?Second, losing to the Waratahs in the Sydney final. Traditionally slow burners, the Crusaders slipped uncomfortably back into a familiar pattern.12 Feb 04:00 PM
Super RugbyRugby: Players concerned over Crusaders' Fiji home gameThe Crusaders' proposal to hold a home game against the Hurricanes in Fiji next season has been signed off by the franchise's board, but it has yet to convince the New Zealand Players' Association, which remains concerned about the fixture.16 Dec 04:00 PM
OpinionRichard Loe: Crusade likely in ABs' mindsetThere might be a few players from the Crusaders who will have extra motivation in the All Blacks' camp this week.09 Aug 05:00 PM