Gregor Paul: From flash to force - the strategic shift that changed the Blues
The secrets behind the Blues' transformation under coach Vern Cotter.
The secrets behind the Blues' transformation under coach Vern Cotter.
OPINION: Super Rugby is at a crossroads over whether to reduce or expand club numbers.
The ABs centre has experienced the grandest stages but a Blues title would eclipse it all.
OPINION: Enjoy Super Rugby Pacific while you can before the Ockers bail out.
The latest team lists for the Super Rugby Pacific final have been announced.
OPINION: There are a host of individual match-ups to add to the drama in Saturday’s final.
Vern Cotter brought renewed drive to the forward pack.
The winner will meet the Blues in the 2024 final.
Australia's winless run in knockout games on Kiwi soil continues.
The latest team lists for Super Rugby Pacific have been announced.
An injury cloud hovers over a former All Black as he prepares to farewell the Blues.
ANALYSIS: Behind the scenes and behind expectations – the flaws in the costly strategy.
Analysis: The All Blacks' selection panel faces tough calls ahead of the squad naming.
OPINION: We need to give more respect to Afghanistan, writes Chris Rattue.
ANALYSIS: The Super Rugby Pacific playoffs are heating up as the semis approach.
OPINION: Go through their respective records and it shows something is not quite there.
The Blues will be sweating on the fitness of Patrick Tuipulotu ahead of the semifinals.
Post the Aaron-Smith era, Liam Napier looks at who will lead the All Blacks at halfback.
The latest team lists for Super Rugby Pacific have been announced.
The loss of the Melbourne Rebels will bring a change in the playoff structure.
The Melbourne Rebels' demise forces big changes for the 2025 Super Rugby Pacific season.
OPINION: Super Rugby’s problem is one of integrity being pitted against finances.
OPINION: Chris Rattue breaks down the final round of Super Rugby Pacific.
OPINION: A few positions might accommodate test newcomers.
OPINION: As bad as this season was, there are two reasons Penney deserves another chance.
The penalty sparked debate online after the Chiefs' defeat to the Blues at Eden Park.
The Blues blew a three-try lead in their quest to secure a treasured bonus-point victory.
The Blues were denied top spot in Super Rugby by a last-minute try.
With top spot and home finals up for grabs, now is the time the Blues must front.
Samipeni Finau will be back on the park with his big presence in the loose forward trio.