Rugby: Leitch to face coach who kicked off career
Michael Leitch crossed the try line on Saturday in his first Super Rugby game in the country of his birth, helping the Chiefs to a 37-27 victory over the Cheetahs in Hamilton.
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Rugby: Chiefs cruise past Cheetahs
Some of the same issues remain but the Chiefs were able to see off the Cheetahs this afternoon while still playing short of their best.
Rookie makes most of switch to fullback
Damian McKenzie was one of the Chiefs' best in their recent trip to the Republic, earning a third straight start in the No 15 jersey for this afternoon's meeting with the Cheetahs.
Justin Marshall: Reckless tackles and poor discipline could have serious consequences
The continued ill discipline in Super Rugby could lead to a serious, even tragic, injury if players aren't more careful, writes Justin Marshall.
Chiefs pipped in ugly match
If the Chiefs wish to break the unfortunate pattern they are following, the next fortnight presents an ideal opportunity.
Wynne Gray: Kicking deficiencies could come back to haunt shaky Cruden
In tough conditions in Durban with a numerical advantage after a rash of indiscipline, the Chiefs lost their way. Among that mess was Aaron Cruden, writes Wynne Gray.
Rugby: Chiefs lose to Sharks in ugly contest
An ugly game produced an ugly result for the Chiefs in Durban this morning.
Rugby: Better watch for head knocks
Two recent incidents in which high-profile All Blacks Sonny Bill Williams and Jerome Kaino have effectively played on after suffering bad head knocks have placed the off-field concussion test in the spotlight.
Rugby: Chiefs aim to get all facets firing
One week they had a spectacular scrum and an impotent attack. Seven days later the situation was reversed.
Concussion keeps SBW on sidelines
Sonny Bill Williams will miss the Chiefs' encounter with the Sharks but the second-five is symptom-free after suffering concussion last weekend.
Makos provide bite in Chiefs' backline
James Lowe and Bryce Heem have already added much-needed bite to the Chiefs' backline this season and the pair will again be called upon this Sunday in Durban.
Chiefs recover from first half battering
Some teams would wilt in the face of a formidable Stormers defence that appeared determined to dominate the collision from the outset.
Rugby: Chiefs run rampant over Stormers
Speed was the weapon of choice as the Chiefs gunned down the Super Rugby leaders, running in three tries in Cape Town to bounce back in style from last weekend's loss to the Highlanders.
Chiefs ring changes to blunt Stormers
With the powerful Stormers pack and destructive defence having taken them to the top of the competition, the Chiefs know they need to avoid their opponents' strengths.
Chiefs fall in last-minute loss
Marty Banks kicked two penalties in the final five minutes to overturn a deficit and help the Highlanders to a last-minute win over the Chiefs.
As it happened: Chiefs v Highlanders
Join us here for the live blog of tonight's Super Rugby clash between the Chiefs and the Highlanders at Waikato Stadium.
Scotty Stevenson: Big Yogi everything a great team man should be
The problem with a guy like Johan Bardoul is this: you never quite know whether or not you should be taking him seriously.
Justin Marshall: Crusaders' crushing isn't whole story of the game
The game against the Chiefs got away from them but I certainly wouldn't be pushing any panic buttons with the Crusaders just yet, writes Justin Marshall.
Rugby: Chiefs revel in rare win
Saturday night's 40-16 win at Waikato Stadium in Hamilton saw the Chiefs' late blitz break open the game and confound those expecting the latest tense chapter in this rivalry.
Rugby: Aaron Cruden's night for Chiefs but more needed
Aaron Cruden would have wanted a big game, facing the man that could spoil his World Cup, and the Chiefs pivot did indeed impress.
Chiefs kill Crusaders with quality
The Chiefs produced a performance tonight that suggested that their status as competition favourites is mired in reality, not myth.
As it happened: Chiefs v Crusaders
Join us here for tonight's live blog of the Super Rugby showdown between the Chiefs and the Crusaders from Waikato Stadium in Hamilton.