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All Blacks to play Christchurch test in 2012
Test rugby is set to return to Christchurch next season for a big clash at a ground never before used for international rugby.
Rugby: Super 15 squads
The five New Zealand sides named their Super 15 squads today for the 2012 season.
'Knackered' AMI Stadium may be next quake casualty
AMI Stadium may be the next high-profile casualty of the Christchurch earthquakes.
The stats don't lie: Super 15 final review
Tracey Nelson looks at the key statistics from Saturday night's Super 15 final between the Reds and Crusaders.
Chris Rattue: Unlikely Reds among worthy champs
I've never encountered so many Aucklanders upset at Canterbury losing a rugby game, writes Chris Rattue.
Rugby: Thorn gracious in defeat
Playing for the Crusaders for the last time, Brad Thorn channelled Zen-like qualities to laud the achievements of the Reds.
Rugby: We tripped at the last hurdle, says Carter
For the beaten Crusaders, pride comes after the fall.
Rugby: Reds win first-ever title
The Reds are crowned 2011 Super Rugby champions after clinching a thrilling 18-13 victory over the Crusaders in Brisbane.
Rugby: Bookmaker wears heart on Crusaders scarf
Quake-affected team are the first in Super rugby history to start as favourites for final in another country.
Rugby: Toughest call goes against Franks
Assistant coach says tough decisions inevitable when building strongest possible side to challenge Reds.