OpinionJustin Marshall: ABs should have started for CrusadersA victory over the Hurricanes, with two home fixtures left, would have put the Crusaders in the box seat for a home semifinal. Instead, they lost 16-9, writes Justin Marshall.29 Jun 05:00 PM
Super RugbyAs it happened: Hurricanes v CrusadersWatch a replay of tonight's live blog of the Super Rugby clash between the Hurricanes and the Crusaders from Westpac Stadium in Wellington.28 Jun 06:48 AM
Super RugbyRugby: Crusaders contest pivotal for CanesThe Hurricanes have beaten the Crusaders in three of the past five meetings and each time the winning points have come in the final 10 minutes.27 Jun 05:00 PM
OpinionBrian Ashby: Time waits for no oneJust when McCaw was getting some traction and form, he's back on the sidelines with a broken rib, writes Brian Ashby.25 Jun 12:00 AM
Super RugbyCrusaders tick off right boxesApart from the failure to gain a bonus point in their victory over the Force in Christchurch, the past weekend couldn't have gone any better for the Crusaders.01 Jun 05:00 PM
Super RugbyRugby: Breaks fall for ominous CrusadersStrange business this Super Rugby competition. It takes a three-week break now and yet it's in the hiatus where it has previously been won and lost.31 May 05:00 PM
Super RugbyRugby: Guildford's contract terminatedThe New Zealand Rugby Union today confirmed that Crusader Zac Guildford's contract has been terminated.29 May 04:48 AM
OpinionJustin Marshall: Covered stadium super showcaseThe Saturday evening clash between the Highlanders and Crusaders was a perfect showcase of NZ rugby, writes Justin Marshall. It showed the excitement and skill levels of Super Rugby at its best.25 May 05:00 PM
Super RugbyRugby: Crusaders' challenge to keep up commitmentApart from their slip-up to the Blues at Eden Park at the start, winning away this season hasn't been an issue for the Crusaders.25 May 05:00 PM
Super RugbyRugby: Crusaders claim thrillerA classic game and maybe the cruellest ending. Patrick Osborne was adjudged to have simultaneously placed the ball on the junction of both the goalline and touchline in the last act of the game.24 May 07:35 AM
Super RugbyFirst take: Game of the yearThe Crusaders v Highlanders was the game of the year so far. An absolute epic, ending with video referee Vinny Munro having to make one heck of a corner post decision24 May 07:35 AM
Super RugbyAs it happened: Hurricanes v ChiefsWatch a replay of our live blog of the Super Rugby clash between the Hurricanes and the Chiefs, from Westpac Stadium in Wellington.24 May 05:05 AM
Super RugbyRomano breaks ankle in big winThis wasn't a message to the rest of the competition from the Crusaders, this was a massacre.11 May 08:42 AM
Super RugbyAs it happened: Crusaders v RedsJoin us here for tonight's live blog of the Super Rugby clash between the Crusaders and the Reds from Suncorp Stadium.11 May 04:53 AM
OpinionChris RattueChris Rattue: Aussie sides too softAnother season, the same old problem for Australian rugby. They're soft, writes Chris Rattue.05 May 12:30 AM
Super RugbyMcCaw - back to his bestWhen Matt Todd went down with a calf problem, Richie McCaw would have said goodbye to any thoughts of an early substitution in his comeback match.04 May 05:00 PM
Super RugbyFirst Take: Crusaders shift into gearAs sure as the sound of <i>Green Sleeves</i> on a badly distorted PA system means children start whining for ice cream, the halfway point of the Super Rugby season means the Crusaders shift into gear.03 May 06:52 AM