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![Blues still in strife with numbers that matter](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
Blues still in strife with numbers that matter
Some of the feelgood factor is returning to the Blues but the points table holds the numbers that really matter.
![Blues suffer from TMO blunder](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
Blues suffer from TMO blunder
Another controversial TMO decision has come to the fore in Super Rugby.
![As it happened: Chiefs v Blues](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
As it happened: Chiefs v Blues
The Chiefs held off a fierce Blues effort at Waikato Stadium tonight.
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Chiefs edge Blues in classic contest
A classic contest which nearly had a dramatic twist in the plot - no wonder everyone feels Super Rugby is all about the New Zealand derbies.
![Weber a sparkplug who could soon be seen in black](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
Weber a sparkplug who could soon be seen in black
There's every reason to think Brad Weber may earn the chance to replicate his Chiefs form in the black jersey.
![Rugby: Ranger puts it all on line to keep spot](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
Rugby: Ranger puts it all on line to keep spot
To fix Rene Ranger's faulty and bulging spinal disc, surgeons in May last year replaced it with a small metal cage, a titanium plate and screws.
![Blues back on the right track](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
Blues back on the right track
There was room for improvement but the only bit the Blues need to care about was finding a victory.
![As it happened: Blues v Jaguares](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
As it happened: Blues v Jaguares
Relive all the action with our live blog of the Super Rugby clash between the Blues and the Jaguares.
![Marshall: Blues need urgent midfield fix](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
Marshall: Blues need urgent midfield fix
The Blues haven't found the synergy there and it is causing coach Tana Umaga a few headaches as he looks for the answers, writes former All Black Justin Marshall.
![Umaga rolls dice again as he seeks midfield answers](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
Umaga rolls dice again as he seeks midfield answers
Five games into the season, Blues coach Tana Umaga is still searching for his best backline.
![Francis gets chance for Blues](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
Francis gets chance for Blues
Tana Umaga has given Piers Francis his first Super Rugby start as he continues his search for the Blues' best midfield combination.
![Rattue: Blues need support for new stadium](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
Rattue: Blues need support for new stadium
COMMENT: A new downtown footy stadium needs you in full voice rather than a whisper.
![Blues eager to ditch Eden Park](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
Blues eager to ditch Eden Park
The Blues back stadium in Auckland's CBD and would be happy to leave their spiritual home.
![Blues turn to mental skills coach](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
Blues turn to mental skills coach
The Blues have turned to a mental skills coach to help them deal with their torrid record playing at QBE Stadium.
![Ref's rulings frustrate Umaga](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
Ref's rulings frustrate Umaga
Blues coach Tana Umaga allowed his frustration to show after his side's draw with the Reds last night.
![Should the Blues have gone for the win?](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
Should the Blues have gone for the win?
Tana Umaga has defended over-ruling the Blues players in the disappointing draw with the Reds in Brisbane.
![Rugby: Away-day Blues continue](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
Rugby: Away-day Blues continue
The Blues won't be too sure what to make of a draw but will know they blew an opportunity to finally win away from home.
![Chance for Blues to get away game in bag](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
Chance for Blues to get away game in bag
Last year's champions, the Highlanders, won five on the road during the round robin, then landed two away playoff wins.
![Rugby: Rieko Ioane receives chance in Ranger's absence](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
Rugby: Rieko Ioane receives chance in Ranger's absence
The Blues have lost Rene Ranger but coach Tana Umaga has the luxury naming Rieko Ioane in the wing's place
![Rugby: Japanese star aiming to make mark with Blues](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
Rugby: Japanese star aiming to make mark with Blues
A tattoo of a Samurai warrior on his right arm and a tiger on his left are tangible souvenirs of Male Sa'u's time playing rugby in Japan.
![Super Rugby: Blues will see red if chances lost](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
Super Rugby: Blues will see red if chances lost
Now the onus will be on the Blues backs to rediscover a ruthless edge ahead of their visit to the under-siege Reds in Brisbane.
![Rugby: True Blues to be discovered on away trips](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
Rugby: True Blues to be discovered on away trips
As much as they have to improve, the Blues shouldn't necessarily feel despair.
![Were the Blues robbed by TMO?](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
Were the Blues robbed by TMO?
Television match official Shane McDermott was at the heart of two contentious decisions against the Blues at Eden Park last night.
![As it happened: Hurricanes beat Blues in nail-biter](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
As it happened: Hurricanes beat Blues in nail-biter
The Hurricanes have held strong on their goal-line to beat the Blues at Eden Park.
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Watch: Charlie Faumuina and jockey Mark Du Plessis talk their big sporting weekend
All Black and Blues prop Charlie Faumuina and jockey Mark Du Plessis talk about their big sporting weekend. Faumuina will battle the Hurricanes at Eden Park tonight and Du Plessis will saddle up in half a dozen Auckland Cup Day races tomorrow.