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Highlanders hold on for famous victory, Blues kept winless to start title defence
All the action from the Super Rugby Pacific clash between the Highlanders and Blues.
Phil Gifford: We will know this week whether the Crusaders are back
OPINION: Six talking points heading into the second round of Super Rugby Pacific.
Full Super Rugby draw and results for 2025
All you need to know for the Super Rugby campaign
Chris Rattue: Why Warriors fans should be concerned already
OPINION: Chris Rattue runs through the best and worst from the sporting weekend.
‘Lip service’: Tuipulotu’s blunt reflection on Blues' loss to Chiefs
'The Chiefs, they played the physical game tonight and we didn’t really fire back.'
Phil Gifford: Do the Highlanders have the best player in Super Rugby?
OPINION: The Southern Hemisphere's competition came back with a bang.
Watch: Streaker stops play in Chiefs' win over Blues
The streaker was one of several fans who tried to get a closer look at the on-field action
Chiefs stymie Blues in grand final rematch
The Chiefs kept the Blues scoreless in the second half on their way to the win.
Chiefs earn revenge over Blues in final rematch
The Blues got the best of the Chiefs in last year's final.
The surprising injury count ahead of round one of the Super Rugby season
'The great thing about injuries is that it opens the door for somebody else.'
Phil Gifford: The big selection questions ahead of opening weekend
OPINION: Injuries were a concern for many teams last year.
Ranked: New Zealand’s top 100 Super Rugby Pacific players
In an exercise that involved many drafts, we rank the top 100 NZ men's rugby players.
Fantasy Super Rugby: Who to pick and who to avoid in week one
OPINION: The opening round of the campaign has been a bit tougher than expected.
Super Rugby Pacific 2025: 13 injured Crusaders for round one
The first Super Rugby Pacific team lists for 2025 are upon us.
'Not a faith thing': Caleb Clarke on stepping back from fantasy rugby
The All Black is one of four players who have opted out of Super Rugby's Fantasy game.
Barrett still 'learning' his role with Vern Cotter's Blues
The veteran playmaker admits he has had some catching up to do now back with the Blues.
Phil Gifford: A match-maker’s dream and rugby’s saddest story
OPINION: The Chiefs will need no reminder how much effort is needed to beat the new Blues.
All Blacks lock to miss entire Super Rugby season
The champion Blues have been dealt a major blow.
Ex-All Black prop announces retirement after remarkable career
'I was never great, but I was always grateful.'
Crusaders v Blues: How a tiny country town embraced rugby’s biggest stars
A capacity crowd watched the hometown Crusaders go down to the Blues in Kirwee.
Sports Insider: Blues v Warriors v Auckland FC – who will capture our sporting affections?
OPINION: The Blues v the Warriors v Auckland FC in the battle for Auckland.
Luke Combs performs a shoey with rugby stars at Eden Park concert
NZ rugby stars joined the US country music legend on stage for an unconventional drink.
Opinion: Family member shares social media abuse that All Blacks receive
OPINION: NZ needs a culture of encouragement and respect, not relentless criticism.
How Blues' grassroots efforts are inspiring the next generation
Sam Nock hopes Northland faces in Super Rugby inspires kids to pursue the sport.
'I felt I wasn't going to get a shot': Why Plummer decided to leave NZ
One-test All Black playmaker outlines his reasoning for a surprise exit next year.
Vern ball not going anywhere: Blues re-sign Super Rugby winning coach
After delivering their breakthrough title, Vern Cotter has recommitted to the Blues.
Gregor Paul: Young All Blacks playmaker set for key role against Italy
OPINION: The All Blacks need a third option at first five given its high attrition rate.