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While the card decisions will be debated by critics, the refs appeared to get them right.
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Despite another defeat to New Zealand opposition the Blues believe they will beat Chiefs.
High-octane Highlanders hold off Blues
No joy again for the Blues against New Zealand opposition in this high-octane thriller.
As it happened: Highlanders edge Blues
All the action from the first Kiwi derby of the Super Rugby season.
A history of Blues first-fives: 29 and counting (have you heard of them all?)
29 different players have played at first-five for the Blues. How many have worked out?
Blues need Williams to get side firing instantly
Sonny Bill Williams is again in prime physical shape ahead of the new season.
Rugby: Blues face their Achilles first up
The Blues confront the elephant in the room from the outset this season.
The player to end the Blues' agony
The Blues might not be the real deal this year but first-five Stephen Perofeta is.
Tuipulotu on tough year with the Blues: 'You definitely learn a bit'
Dropped from Blues and ABs before fighting back to play Wales, big lock saw it all in 2017
Top pics: Blues pre season training
Super Rugby is back and the Blues are putting the finishing touches on a good preseason.
Blues loose forward out for six weeks
Blues loose forward Dalton Papali'I has been ruled out for up to six weeks.
Blues suffer injuries to key trio
Three loose forwards have gone down with injuries for the Blues.
Centre-of-attention Rieko Ioane to stay on wing
He wants to move to midfield but young Blues sensation is too valuable as a finisher.
SBW to start for Blues in final pre-season match
Coach Tana Umaga names strong starting line-up as he seeks fast start to Super season.
Matt Duffie: Time to pay back Tana with a title
Blues players urged to step up and reward Umaga's hard work in final year of current deal.
Confidence booster for young Blues
For a franchise devoid of recent success, the Blues will take what they can get.
Blues realistic about Tens success
Tana Umaga wasn't about to get carried away after the Blues claimed the Tens title.
Umaga is staying – why Blues should announce it now
It's just a matter of timing as former All Blacks captain gets set for contract extension.
Blow for Blues as Perofeta breaks hand
Talented No10 stars in first hit-out but could miss season-opener against Highlanders.
Tuivasa-Sheck reports 'baseless' says agent
No discussions with the Blues have taken place, it is claimed.
Why the Blues won't want Quade Cooper
McKendry: Tana Umaga is better off finding a first-five closer to home.
New Blues scrum coach battling concussion
More than three years after he was forced to quit playing, prop Afeaki's symptoms remain.
Pulu seen as player to take Blues to next level
Onus on new captain to take charge in crucial moments as Tana Umaga seeks winning formula.
Blues reveal new captain
Augustine Pulu has been announced as the new captain of the Blues.
Spencer a true wildcard for the Blues
The Blues legend on a team dear to his heart, No10s, and the sporting ability of his son.
Carlos Spencer back for Blues
Blues legend to make wildcard return for Brisbane Global 10s tournament.
Where the Blues might fall short next season
The Blues squad appears to be light in terms of true talent in his pack.
Increased leadership role at Blues likely for Pulu
Tough halfback could be set to challenge hooker Parsons for Blues' captaincy next year.
Rattue: Sorry but it's time to drop SBW
Comment: Chris Rattue's All Black reboot - out with SBW, in with Asafo Aumua.
Active plan for concussion
Blues doctor Stephen Kara is taking a fresh approach to tackling concussion.
Green shoots of hope for Blues
A revealing interview with Blues coach and former All Black captain Tana Umaga.
Ranger heads back to France
Blues back Rene Ranger is on his way back to France after signing with La Rochelle.
Blues CEO: We need improved leadership
Blues CEO Michael Redman has admitted that they fell short of expectations in 2017.
Bookies: Blues defeat upset of century
The Blues' defeat to the Sunwolves is officially the biggest Super Rugby upset since 2000.