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Chiefs still a champion team
Herald rugby writers Gregor Paul & Patrick McKendry discuss whether the Chiefs are still a threat in Super Rugby.
Rugby: Concussions real headache for Rennie
Their form remains a concern but the number of Chiefs ruled out through concussion represents an additional headache for Dave Rennie.
Rugby: Cruden recovery vital to title hopes
The next fortnight for the Chiefs will be about surviving rather than thriving in an increasingly crowded New Zealand conference.
Rugby: Chiefs back reshuffle to fix woes in lineout
It has been the same problem that has stalled their season but the Chiefs hope a difference in personnel can finally amend their lineout troubles.
Rugby: Tough hookers in Canberra showdown
Hookers are usually a gnarly benchmark for Super Rugby sides. Some of the younger brigade have not collected the creased faces or disfigured ears which often signify combat in the scrummaging trenches and close-quarter combat.
Wales line up move for Anscombe
Wales coach Warren Gatland said to be increasingly keen on luring Chiefs player Gareth Anscombe from Hamilton with the potential prize of a World Cup spot.
Rugby: Chiefs short of time in bid to find lineout fix
The clock is ticking on the Chiefs' efforts to fix their malfunctioning lineout after their mauling at the hands of the Crus-aders.
Rugby: Sides use heads and hearts on concussion issue
The significance of Kieran Read leaving the field after 30 minutes on Saturday night was easy to understand in the context of the match.
Crusaders' momentum shift
Herald rugby writers Gregor Paul & Patrick McKendry are joined by Radio Sport's Nigel Yalden to give their expert opinion & analysis after the Crusaders beat the Chiefs 18-17.
Rugby: Crusaders 'Nice to be on the right side'
After their clenching the win over the chiefs, Todd Blackadder is very pleased to be on the winning side for a change in what they hope will be a momentum shift for the team.
Rugby: Latimer likely to add rocket fuel
Tanerau Latimer knows the Chiefs need some "rocket fuel" and he may be just the player to provide the extra charge this weekend.
Wynne Gray: Contrasting routes to showdown
The Chiefs are the most lethal try-scoring side in the Super 15 and near the best with their defensive line, while the Crusaders are average in both categories.
Rugby: Retallick's return on the cards
The Chiefs look set to receive a big boost in the form of Brodie Retallick for the latest chapter in New Zealand rugby's best rivalry.
Rugby Herald: Chiefs v Crusaders
Gregor Paul and Wynne Gray discuss the upcoming clash between the Chiefs and Crusaders.
Justin Marshall: Luck changes for in-form Crusaders
The Crusaders clash with the Chiefs in Hamilton this weekend comes at the perfect time.
Rugby: Contradictory Chiefs must regain impetus at speed
The next fortnight should provide a snapshot of the direction in which the Chiefs are trending.
Rugby: Anscombe ready to fill Cruden's boots
When the Chiefs first learned of Aaron Cruden's injury, the players' thoughts immediately turned to the first-five's ready-made replacement.
Rugby: Chiefs' rock plays steadying role
As the previously indestructible Aaron Cruden recovers from his broken thumb, the Chiefs must be wary of placing too much more pressure on the team's other iron man.
Rugby Herald: Who will replace Cruden?
Gregor Paul and Wynne Gray discuss the Chiefs and who is most likely to replace Aaron Cruden while he is injured.
Wynne Gray: Cruden's injury painful for Chiefs
Aaron Cruden's injury will harm the Chiefs more than the All Blacks.
Rugby: Anscombe's got the goods
For the first time since 2011, the Chiefs will run out this weekend without Aaron Cruden in the No 10 jersey.