Rugby: Dagg's confidence level keeps him benched for yet another crucial match
The Crusaders coach said it would be unfair to throw the All Blacks fullback straight back into the fray when he was still struggling with his game.
The Crusaders coach said it would be unfair to throw the All Blacks fullback straight back into the fray when he was still struggling with his game.
Investors have stumped up $4 million as part of their deal to run the Blues for the next seven years.
Mealamu is heading into his 148th match of Super rugby after recovering from the latest strain on those piston calves which deliver such an explosive impact.
It's been nine years since the Blues travelled south and beat the Crusaders in their backyard. In that time the Crusaders have claimed three Super rugby titles, finished runners-up twice and lost four semifinals.
If the Hurricanes somehow qualify for this year's Super Rugby playoffs it will be down to good luck and the results of others rather than their own doing.
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Hurricanes skipper Conrad Smith has surprised himself with how well he has recovered after the sickening head knock he suffered against the Bulls in Pretoria.
Blues' winger George Moala could play in this weekend's clash against the Crusaders in Christchurch, despite facing serious assault charges.
His body could do with a rest but Aaron Cruden is more worried about how to gel a constantly changing Chiefs midfield for what will be a series of brutal matches.
Experienced hooker Keven Mealamu will return to the Blues as they head into their repeat clash with the test-cap heavy Crusaders.
The New Zealand Rugby Union's decision to deny the Chiefs former All Black centre Casey Laulala has opened the organisation up to allegations of bias.
Blues player Francis Saili took some time off from rugby to celebrate Mother's Day yesterday at Auckland's highest restaurant.
Tim Nanai-Williams is due to be released from Waikato Hospital today.
One start does not make a player's reputation, but it has soothed some anxiety for Blues lock Anthony Boric.
Australian rugby is the winner so far this year, even if it doesn't go on to win the Super 15 title.