Kieran Read returns as the Crusaders hope to bounce back against the Hurricanes.

His brain and work ethic will be hard to stop - today we take the closest look yet.

Smith faces time on the sidelines following an ankle injury but has a reason to celebrate.

Some players have stepped up in a big way through six rounds of Super Rugby.

Colin Cooper believes their overseas road trip has helped lift Chiefs players' spirits.

In-form ABs wing is due for a rest but is likely to start against Stormers at Eden Park.

Fiery loose forward known as 'Sauce' adds dash of flavour as well as steel to Blues pack.

All Black skipper's return comes at the right time after shock loss to Waratahs.

The best and worst from the Super Rugby action over the weekend.

Win over a Kiwi team a whole new experience for All Blacks and Blues try-scoring machine.

Beauden Barrett has opened up on the importance of being vulnerable in a rugby environment

Constant mistakes in Sydney sink out-of-sorts defending champions after tough week.

Finally relief for the Chiefs, as they break two lengthy winless streaks at once.

The great Crusaders undefeated run has ended at the hands of the Waratahs in Sydney.

Fans say they were told to remove their banners at the Crusaders game in Sydney.

All the action as the Waratahs hosted the Crusaders in Super Rugby.

Hurricanes require second-half charge to hold off Stormers in tight contest.

All the action as the Hurricanes faced the Stormers in Super Rugby.

The Blues' terrible run against New Zealand teams has been halted at last.

While the Chiefs have improved there's one part of the puzzle still missing, says coach.

All the action from the Blues' clash against the Highlanders at Eden Park.

A new ground-breaking VR tour will allow fans to experience a Blues training session.

New Zealand Rugby boss Steve Tew is "happy" with the newly announced Super Rugby format.

Sunwolves given the axe as Super Rugby reverts to old format from 2021.

Crusaders show the way, but issues are bigger than team, Christchurch or even New Zealand.

Patrick McKendry: Franchise's streak of failure is becoming epic in its scale.

The Crusaders' name and imagery an example of the country's "naivety", says academic.

Hurricanes coach forced into surprise move for Stormers clash after slew of injuries.

Sam Whitelock says he wants to lead his side to a strong performance for Christchurch.

Axing will make for fairer competition which is better for players and easier to follow.