Early fascination about the Blues' second season under John Kirwan's command will be the ideas about Charles Piutau and Benji Marshall, writes Wynne Gray.

Former All Blacks and Chiefs midfielder Sonny Bill Williams is to return to New Zealand rugby, it was announced today.

Competition for pivotal Blues' No10 jersey as Noakes overcomes potential career threatening injury.

There is little doubt that the New Zealand Super Rugby conference is the most difficult.

The All Blacks' home test schedule for next year has been confirmed, with Napier to host a Rugby Championship fixture against Argentina in September.

Fijian-born wing Nemani Nadolo probably won't be available for the Crusaders until the end of February which means he will miss the start of the season.

Top sportsmen like Benji Marshall harness their emotion to power their performance.

Benji Marshall has spoken of his nervousness as swapping league for rugby union at the Blues' Super Rugby squad announcement this morning.

Ma'a Nonu has broken months of silence about his playing future, revealing he had begun to doubt his ability and saying, "I just have to be a better guy."

Coach 'thrilled' and midfielder reported to be excited about returning to the Blues.

Veteran All Black Ma'a Nonu is returning to the Blues for the 2014 Super 15 season, the franchise announced today.

The Chiefs have completed their roster with the signings of Mils Muliaina and Robbie Fruean.

Cardiff Vaega can call himself a Super rugby player now but after signing his Hurricanes contract he received some sound advice from someone who has been there before.

As comical as it seems, North Harbour is indeed the logical choice for the new franchise, as reported in the Herald on Sunday, writes Chris Rattue.

The Blues felt badly let down by Ma'a Nonu after last year but he may return for next season.

Sonny Bill Williams has reportedly met with Chiefs management, fuelling speculation he will return to the Super Rugby franchise.