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'We don’t have a choice': France coach defends second-string squad for ABs tour
Fabien Galthie has picked a second-choice squad for July's NZ Tests.

'Never felt so alone': Foster lifts lid on battles with NZ Rugby bosses
Former All Blacks' frustrations began before he coached his first All Blacks test.

Savea to swap Moana Pasifika for Japanese club Kobe in 2026
The 31-year-old will take up a second sabbatical in his NZ Rugby contract.
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Super Rugby

Opinion: Are the Crusaders the world's most successful pro sports franchise of all time?
Mike Thorpe argues the numbers suggest that they are.

Crusaders farewell 'temporary' home but will new stadium be ready for next season?
New stadium Te Kaha is expected to open in late April 2026.

Super Rugby teams: The squads tasked with clinching the title
How the Crusaders and Chiefs will line up in the Super Rugby Pacific final.
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Opinion: Are the Crusaders the world's most successful pro sports franchise of all time?
Mike Thorpe argues the numbers suggest that they are.

Watch: 'Hand of God' controversy in schoolboy rugby scrum
Crestfallen Hastings Boys' players were 'pretty emotional' about the incident, says coach.

'No truth in it': Gallen hits back at SBW claims
Gallen and Williams will square off over eight two-minute rounds in Sydney in July.
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Inexperienced French squad set to feature against All Blacks
Only a handful of top players will tour New Zealand next month to face the All Blacks.

Phil Gifford: Key factors to decide the Crusaders-Chiefs showdown
OPINION: The Crusaders haven't lost a home playoff, so don't bet against them now.

Chiefs beat Brumbies to book spot in Super Rugby Pacific final
The Chiefs will head to Christchurch to meet the Crusaders next weekend.

'Real driver for us': Blues inspired by Suafoa's brave battle
The Blues are harnessing emotional motivation to end the Crusaders' 30-match playoffs run.

Eligibility row erupts over five 'Year 14s' in college’s controversial First XV
The team have also faced criticism for a controversial try against Nelson College.

Who next? Six candidates to become NZ Rugby's new chief executive
OPINION: NZ Rugby is searching for a new boss after Mark Robinson stepped down.