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Taradale take lead in race for third Maddison Trophy title

Prolific try-scoring loosie Iakopo Mapu scored the match-winner in a 22-17 thriller.

Ultimate showdown: Chiefs to face Crusaders in Super Rugby final

It always seemed likely the Super Rugby Pacific season would end this way.

'We're not a great team': Emotional MacDonald's parting message to Blues

The Crusaders won the physical and mental battles against the stunned Blues, coach admits.

Club rugby: Kaierau eye home semifinal in Ruapehu trip

It's the penultimate round of Tasman Tanning Premier club rugby.

Club rugby: Hunterville semifinal hopes on the line

Nine championship wins in 14 years set the bar high for the current young side.

Black Fern brings World Cup to Taihape

An estimated $32,000 was raised from the auction.

Leading Kaikohe women's rugby team unclear why they were booted out of comp

The players affected are frustrated, upset and contemplating their future involvement.

Crusaders career over? All Blacks legend ruled out of Blues semifinal

The 2023 Super Rugby Pacific season has been a case of déjà vu for Scott Robertson.

First XV player stoush: Top school fears High Court action, seeks review of principals' code

A breakthrough may be close in a possible precedent-setting case involving King's, MAGs.

Arise, Sir Smithy: 'The Professor' is honoured by the King

Why unseen moments matter most for rugby's newest Knight.

Melodie Robinson at 50: ‘I couldn’t have imagined my life now’

The sports broadcaster tells the Woman's Weekly why she’s kicking up her heels.

Taradale start trophy defence with win over Hastings

Hawke's Bay club rugby: Taradale scored six tries in their 34-20 victory.

Hākinakina Iwi Kainga: Schoolboy matches show our national game at its amateur best

Opinion: Raukura scored an early try, but the visitors were just getting started.

Sharks climb atop the points ladder in Premier rugby

Kerikeri turn on the screws to beat Hora Hora at home.

Broncos v Warriors: Brisbane team set for Wednesday night arrival in Napier

Five Broncos selected for the State of Origin opener will miss the McLean Park game.

Gregor Paul: Why real winner of rugby's Nations Championship won't be NZ

Agreement has all but been reached to launch the Nations Championship in 2026.