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Crusaders playmaker confirms departure after Super Rugby Pacific final
James O'Connor will be looking to depart as a champion when the Crusaders host the Chiefs.
'I said sack him – then wrote his book': Why Gregor Paul authored Ian Foster's autobiography
Despite adversity, Foster led the All Blacks to the 2023 World Cup final.
Book extract: Ian Foster on keeping his job as All Blacks coach
'There was not a lot of trust between us anymore. In fact ... there was zero trust.'
Super Rugby semi: Crusaders edge Blues in thriller
Rob Penney's men advance to the final at the expense of their Auckland rivals.
All Blacks add new coach to Scott Robertson’s team
A former All Blacks lock will work on improving the lineout.
Elliott Smith: Our biggest rivalry? Not if the Blues can't break losing run
OPINION: History paints a picture of a one-way rivalry over 20 years.
All Blacks
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.
'I said sack him – then wrote his book': Why Gregor Paul authored Ian Foster's autobiography
Despite adversity, Foster led the All Blacks to the 2023 World Cup final.
Book extract: Ian Foster on keeping his job as All Blacks coach
'There was not a lot of trust between us anymore. In fact ... there was zero trust.'
Black Ferns
Woodman-Wickliffe on babies, books, broadcasting and King’s Birthday honour
She aims to start a family after the Rugby World Cup in England.
'I don't know how many I scored': Woodman-Wickliffe after creating Black Ferns history
Portia Woodman-Wickliffe became the Black Ferns' all time leading try-scorer.
Super Rugby
Crusaders playmaker confirms departure after Super Rugby Pacific final
James O'Connor will be looking to depart as a champion when the Crusaders host the Chiefs.
Smart mouthguards under fire ahead of Super Rugby Pacific final
Ethan Blackadder was wrongly sent for an HIA during the Crusaders' semifinal win.
Gregor Paul: The unwanted feeling that has returned to rugby
OPINION: The sport still has a mad habit of removing common sense.
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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.
Crusaders playmaker confirms departure after Super Rugby Pacific final
James O'Connor will be looking to depart as a champion when the Crusaders host the Chiefs.
'I said sack him – then wrote his book': Why Gregor Paul authored Ian Foster's autobiography
Despite adversity, Foster led the All Blacks to the 2023 World Cup final.
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How a new stadium could affect Crusaders' perfect playoff record
The Crusaders have won all 30 home playoff games they have been involved in since 1998.
Broadcast shake-up: NPC rugby on free-to-air with TVNZ
Sky will retain rights to national teams and Super Rugby, sharing NPC games with TVNZ.
'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.
All Blacks winger re-signs with NZ Rugby and Blues
Caleb Clarke re-signed with the Blues until the 2027 season.
NZ Rugby announces launch of Fantasy Rugby Championship
With the success of Fantasy Super Rugby, fans will get another taste later this year.
'Wrecking ball': Ex-All Blacks midfielder signs with Moana Pasifika
It comes as the Auckland-based side announced the mass departure of 15 players.
In his own words: Stu Wilson talks rugby with Wynne Gray
A look back on the career of the late Stu Wilson.
First XV wrap: Scoreboard drama as Sacred Heart clinch last-gasp victory
Palmerston North edged Hamilton 21-19, their first win since 2011.