When the Chiefs first learned of Aaron Cruden's injury, the players' thoughts immediately turned to the first-five's ready-made replacement.

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.

Gregor Paul and Wynne Gray discuss the Chiefs and who is most likely to replace Aaron Cruden while he is injured.

Aaron Cruden's injury will harm the Chiefs more than the All Blacks.

For the first time since 2011, the Chiefs will run out this weekend without Aaron Cruden in the No 10 jersey.

Aaron Cruden sounded like a captain who didn't know whether to laugh or cry after another staggering comeback draw in South Africa.

After a loss and a draw to date on their tour, Chiefs coach Dave Rennie says it's essential his side triumph in the final fixture of their road trip.

Gregor Paul and Wynne Gray discuss the importance of the upcoming away games for the Blues and Chiefs.

The defending Super Rugby champion Chiefs are defying injuries, set-piece woes, savvy opponents and statistics to remain in pole position in the New Zealand conference.

The Chiefs pride themselves on their depth and that will be tested after making eight changes to the side to face the Bulls tomorrow morning in Pretoria.

As predictable as their results have been this season, the Chiefs' backline selections have been much more uncertain.

The yoyo career of Robbie Fruean took another dip yesterday when he was pulled from the Chiefs' squad.

Robbie Fruean answers questions and talks about his move to Chiefs Country! Courtesy Chiefs Rugby/YouTube.

Robbie Fruean will miss the Chiefs' three match road trip after needing a heart procedure which will put the centre out of action for up to eight weeks.