All BlacksAll Blacks hit with injuries to loose forward trioBlackadder, Jacobson and Papali'i are ruled out of the test against Japan in Yokohama.15 Oct 09:54 PM
New ZealandSuper Rugby draw out, with two venues to be confirmedTwo Hurricanes home game venues for 2025 are yet to be confirmed.03 Oct 01:00 PM
Super RugbyIs the new Super Rugby finals format actually any good?OPINION: Will the competition's new format make it a better spectacle?13 Sep 01:09 AM
Super RugbyNew format and Sunday footy feature in Super Rugby changes for 2025Super Rugby Pacific will shift to a six-team playoff format next season.12 Sep 10:00 PM
All BlacksSavea to captain All Blacks, Plummer brought in as coverIt comes after Dalton Papali'i re-signs with New Zealand Rugby through to 2027.05 Aug 02:23 AM
Warriors'Terrific player' but coach coy on ex-All Black's Warriors returnThe former All Black has made his intentions clear over a Mt Smart comeback.29 Jul 11:24 PM
RugbyArdie signing more than a win – Sir Michael Jones reveals why it's 'a game changer'How 'Iceman' sees Savea's signing as a major turning point for Moana Pasifika.22 Jul 09:03 PM
Super Rugby'Time for a change': Savea confirms big Super Rugby moveArdie Savea will play for Moana Pasifika after extending his contract with NZ Rugby.21 Jul 05:30 AM
All BlacksAll Blacks dig deep into lock stocks as rookie called inOnly one change for the All Blacks squad to face Fiji.16 Jul 02:06 AM
All BlacksTributes flow as All Black Norm Hewitt diesThe 23-cap All Black also played for the Hurricanes in Super Rugby.16 Jul 01:43 AM
PremiumPremiumAll BlacksPhil Gifford's best All Blacks XV since rugby went professionalThese are the greatest All Blacks of the professional era, from the rugby field to fame.02 Jul 01:02 AM
Super RugbySuper Rugby sees viewership increase, but fewer watch 2024 finalClose to 2.4 million New Zealanders tuned in this season.27 Jun 04:00 AM
All Blacks‘Always beside Scooter’: Savea vows to support new All Blacks captainThe 30-year-old was the public favourite to take the job.26 Jun 02:37 AM
All Blacks'Get out of the tractor': How the Barrett parents heard sons' All Blacks newsThe proud Barrett parents reveal how they found out Scott and Jordie will lead the team.25 Jun 05:30 AM
All BlacksRazor on why he chose his captain: 'He’s won a lot of big games'Coach explains his preference for southern man.24 Jun 07:30 PM
All BlacksWho are the five new All Blacks picked by Scott Robertson to face England?Stop the presses, we’ve got a genuine bolter.24 Jun 05:15 PM
All Blacks'The toughest call': Robertson explains Sititi v Sotutu selection decisionWhy Razor chose his Crusaders man as All Blacks skipper.24 Jun 08:25 AM
All BlacksHave your say: Biggest shock of the All Blacks' squad?Scott Robertson's 32-man squad was full of surprises.24 Jun 06:49 AM
PremiumPremiumAnalysisLiam NapierLiam Napier: The new caps to expect in Robertson's first All Blacks squadOPINION: Scott Robertson will name his 32-man squad on Monday evening.23 Jun 05:15 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionPhil GiffordPhil Gifford's Super Rugby season-ending awardsOPINION: After the Blues' triumph, it's time to hand out some awards – and a brickbat.23 Jun 06:00 AM
PremiumPremiumAll BlacksGregor Paul: Why All Blacks must name Ardie Savea as new captainOPINION: Monday's squad naming will see Scott Robertson name his first captain.23 Jun 02:00 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionBlues v Chiefs: How the Super Rugby final can be won – Tight FiveOPINION: Newstalk ZB rugby editor Elliott Smith looks at the big Eden Park decider.20 Jun 06:12 PM
PremiumPremiumAll BlacksIcons in Black: The best locks and front-rowers of the pro eraThese are the greatest All Blacks of the professional era, from the rugby field to fame.20 Jun 05:15 PM
PremiumPremiumSuper RugbyGregor Paul: From flash to force - the strategic shift that changed the BluesThe secrets behind the Blues' transformation under coach Vern Cotter.20 Jun 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumSuper RugbyGregor Paul: The only viable country for Super Rugby expansionOPINION: Super Rugby is at a crossroads over whether to reduce or expand club numbers.20 Jun 06:00 AM
PremiumPremiumSportSports Insider: Aussies looking to kick Super Rugby to touchOPINION: Enjoy Super Rugby Pacific while you can before the Ockers bail out.19 Jun 05:15 PM
Super Rugby'Little bit of a lottery': McMillan's frustration at head clash inconsistenciesHe credited the referee's performance, but admitted a couple of calls left him frustrated.16 Jun 09:35 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionPhil GiffordPhil Gifford: The huge challenge for Chiefs in Super Rugby Pacific finalOPINION: There are a host of individual match-ups to add to the drama in Saturday’s final.16 Jun 05:21 PM
Super RugbyStar hooker expected to miss start of All Blacks seasonSamisoni Taukei'aho was forced from the field early in the Chiefs' semifinal win.16 Jun 02:45 AM
PremiumPremiumSuper RugbyBlues v Chiefs: The surprising player who gets the best from Blues’ forward powerVern Cotter brought renewed drive to the forward pack.16 Jun 01:18 AM
Super RugbyHurricanes v Chiefs: Head to head stats, expert picksThe winner will meet the Blues in the 2024 final.14 Jun 09:13 PM
PremiumPremiumSportEditorial: Hurricanes v Chiefs kicks off at right time thanks to wrong scheduleOPINION: Rugby is making way for league in the preferred TV slot today.14 Jun 05:30 PM
Super RugbyBlues cruise: Cotter's men waltz past Brumbies into Super Rugby Pacific finalAustralia's winless run in knockout games on Kiwi soil continues.14 Jun 09:03 AM
PremiumPremiumSuper RugbyThe Game Plan: Liam Napier's biggest Super Rugby semifinal talking pointsAnalysing all the big talking points heading into the Super Rugby Pacific semifinals.14 Jun 12:45 AM