‘They let off a big roar!’ Crusaders confirm new captain
David Havili will captain the Crusaders in 2025, replacing Scott Barrett.
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Confirmed - David Havili to lead Crusaders in 2025
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Revealed: Crusaders to announce new captain
Scott Barrett's replacement will be announced on Wednesday.
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Richie and Gemma McCaw are planning a new Wānaka life 'full of adventure'.
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Anatomy of a season: Following in the footsteps of Razor
Crusaders coach Rob Penney on a failed first campaign – and why 2025 will be different.
'I'd love that': Crusaders’ new recruit calls for Australian-based All Blacks
Kiwis are currently unable to win test selection while based offshore.
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Rugby stars not instructed to seek name suppression, says RPA chief
Sevu Reece admits wilful damage charge, granted discharge; alcohol issues addressed.
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'I'm embarrassed and so, so sorry': Sevu Reece sidesteps conviction after Cup Day disgrace
A sportsman who admitted taking a car can now be named after his case was determined.
Inside Rugby: How the All Blacks are hoping to bring back Richie Mo'unga
OPINION: New Zealand Rugby's bid to bring Mo'unga home faces challenges.
Super Rugby 2025 squads: Payton Spencer named as Blues' revealed
It's the unofficial start of the new Super Rugby season.
Crusaders confirm signing of 'world-class' James O'Connor
'My whole career I’ve heard so much about the Crusaders culture and innovation.'
Former Wallabies playmaker in talks with Crusaders
The Crusaders look to have found a short-term solution to their issues at first five.
Is the new Super Rugby finals format actually any good?
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New format and Sunday footy feature in Super Rugby changes for 2025
Super Rugby Pacific will shift to a six-team playoff format next season.
Gregor Paul: How was MacDonald, Robertson partnership ever sanctioned by NZR?
OPINION: This story needs greater scrutiny.
Revealed: How much NZR will have to pay MacDonald after All Blacks exit
Contracted for four years as an assistant, Leon MacDonald is gone after five tests.
Gregor Paul: Were signs missed that led to MacDonald's ABs exit?
OPINION: Did they miss the signs or simply choose to ignore them?
Watch: 'We didn't quite click' – Robertson on exit of ABs assistant coach
The 46-year-old has left the All Blacks after just five tests.
Elliott Smith: Why Kiwis should applaud Argentina
'Argentina beating the All Blacks is a feature of international rugby, not a bug.'
Sam Whitelock: What it was like inside the Ian Foster-Razor split
An exclusive extract from the former All Black's autobiography.
Will Jordan reveals struggles on 'long road back' to ABs squad
The All Blacks ace highlights the impact of the bench against England.
Ardie signing more than a win – Sir Michael Jones reveals why it's 'a game changer'
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Hamilton's family's sporting dynasty grows with All Blacks halfback call-up
Noah Hotham could become the third sibling to represent New Zealand.
The conversation that convinced Sevu Reece to stay in NZ
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Super Rugby sees viewership increase, but fewer watch 2024 final
Close to 2.4 million New Zealanders tuned in this season.
‘Always beside Scooter’: Savea vows to support new All Blacks captain
The 30-year-old was the public favourite to take the job.
Editorial: Public has to respect Razor’s decision not to select Sotutu
EDITORIAL: The ABs coach should talk openly about what he thinks a star Blues man lacks.
'Get out of the tractor': How the Barrett parents heard sons' All Blacks news
The proud Barrett parents reveal how they found out Scott and Jordie will lead the team.
Razor on why he chose his captain: 'He’s won a lot of big games'
Coach explains his preference for southern man.