OpinionGregor PaulGregor Paul: NZ teams using 'niggly' tacticsThese last few weeks have seen an increasing number of players indulge in unnecessary, cheap stuff that is designed to infuriate opponents, writes Gregor Paul.02 Apr 01:34 AM
Super RugbyRugby: Australia pushed for two conferences linked to AsiaWith no sign of any public announcement about the future of Super rugby, Australia has revealed they pushed for a two conference model linked to Asia.01 Apr 03:15 PM
Super RugbyBlues' revival under threatThe Blues' progress of the past fortnight is in danger of being derailed by injuries as they prepare to face the Brumbies in Canberra high on confidence but low on personnel.01 Apr 03:15 PM
NRLNRL: Gallen hopes Fifita will stay with SharksPaul Gallen hopes Andrew Fifita will stay with Cronulla but the Sharks skipper says he isn't going to pressure the representative star to do so.01 Apr 03:15 PM
Super RugbyRugby: Ireland give Blues coach pairing a tryFormer Blues coaches Joe Schmidt and David Nucifora are about to pool their rugby knowledge once more but this time their roles will be reversed.01 Apr 03:15 PM
OpinionWynne GrayWynne Gray: Defence adds up at last for the BluesThose with an interest in Blues rugby and mathematics would have been heartened by the sequence which unfolded at Eden Park.31 Mar 04:30 PM
Super RugbyRugby: Canes' belief reaps rewardAs the Hurricanes struggled through an indifferent start to their Super Rugby campaign one thing never wavered.31 Mar 03:15 PM
Super RugbyRugby: Chiefs defy stats odds to stay topThe defending Super Rugby champion Chiefs are defying injuries, set-piece woes, savvy opponents and statistics to remain in pole position in the New Zealand conference.31 Mar 03:15 PM
OpinionChris RattueChris Rattue: Benji trial a costly error in Blues planThe Blues might as well cut their losses on the Benji Marshall experiment before his alleged rugby union education causes a calamity, writes Chris Rattue.30 Mar 04:30 PM
Super RugbyRugby: Injured Romano misses out on South AfricaLuke Romano's calf injury has forced him to miss the Crusaders' trip to South Africa.30 Mar 03:15 PM
Super RugbyRugby: Folau won't rush return after injury to throatIsrael Folau admits he's still only a 50-50 prospect of returning for the Waratahs next weekend despite flying out for South Africa on Saturday.30 Mar 03:15 PM
Super RugbyRugby: Battle of coaches after Sharks winSharks coach Jake White couldn't resist taking pot shots at Waratahs counterpart Michael Cheika after his Super Rugby leaders niggled their way to a spiteful 32-10 victory.30 Mar 03:15 PM
Super RugbyBlues' prospects looking way upIt is the collective effort of the Blues in keeping the Highlanders try-less in their 30-12 victory at Eden Park which suggests John Kirwan's team are beginning to gain traction.30 Mar 03:15 PM
Super RugbyRugby: Reds get redress for Sth Africa tourThere's no place like home for the Queensland Reds, who highlighted their love of Suncorp Stadium with a pressure-relieving 22-17 victory over the Stormers.30 Mar 03:15 PM
Super RugbyRugby: Welcome back Mr Fixit NonuBlues' supporters questioning the wisdom of getting Ma'a Nonu back this season should have had their minds put at ease by the performance of the All Blacks midfielder at Eden Park last night.29 Mar 03:15 PM
Super RugbyRugby: Wooden Reds see off Stormers threatThis match probably confirmed that the Stormers won't be Super Rugby champions this year and won't make the play-offs, based on this form.29 Mar 03:15 PM
All BlacksRugby: Slow-starting ABs may request Super swapsIt wouldn't be a surprise if there are some high profile Super Rugby transfers at the end of this year - big-name All Blacks deciding they need to switch franchise having lost faith in their coaching regimes.29 Mar 03:15 PM
Super RugbyRugby: New competition for players likelyThe immediate threat to New Zealand of Australia announcing plans to launch a nine-team provincial championship in August this year won’t be obvious.29 Mar 03:15 PM
Super RugbyBlues impress in big winThe Blues looked a lot less like the Blues tonight and yet they also looked a lot more like potential playoff contenders.29 Mar 08:22 AM
Super RugbyAs it happened: Blues v HighlandersWatch a replay of our live blog fom the Super Rugby clash between the Blues and the Highlanders from Eden Park in Auckland.29 Mar 03:23 AM
Super RugbyRugby: Eight changes to break Chiefs' 'malaise'The Chiefs pride themselves on their depth and that will be tested after making eight changes to the side to face the Bulls tomorrow morning in Pretoria.28 Mar 08:12 PM
Super RugbyRugby: Blues giving Kaino time to find his feetJerome Kaino is back in the No 6 jersey, but Blues' forwards coach Mick Byrne has warned against expecting too much too soon.28 Mar 03:15 PM
Super RugbyLeiua stunner wins it for HurricanesA thriller of a match between two struggling teams was settled by a stunning try from Hurricanes wing Alapati Leiua.28 Mar 08:26 AM
Super RugbyAs it happened: Crusaders v HurricanesWatch a replay of tonight's live blog of the Super Rugby clash between the Crusaders and the Hurricanes from AMI Stadium in Christchurch.28 Mar 05:41 AM
OpinionWynne GrayWynne Gray: Kieran Read's unshakeable determinationThe limelight has never seduced Kieran Read but he understands it is a consequence of his play.27 Mar 08:30 PM
Super RugbyRugby: Bateman returns to ignite CanesTim Bateman doesn't see himself as the saviour of the Hurricanes' backline.27 Mar 04:30 PM
