NZR's cash demand to release the flanker to play for Australia has been rejected.

AB's co-vice captain says his teammate can fill Sonny Bill's boots against France.

Both parties agreed they can't continue to leave Pete Samu in limbo past today.

Battle between first-fives will be key to victory but could it influence Steve Hansen too?

New All Blacks skipper a doubt for test and midfielder Crotty is another head knock worry.

"I've been told I can't select him": Wallabies forced to omit Crusaders forward.

All Blacks captain hasn't played for two weeks and is no guarantee to play on Saturday.

Low on personnel, but high on expectation, the Crusaders look good for another title.

Mo'unga is a quality player who lives for the big matches and thrives under pressure.

The Crusaders have suffered another injury blow

All Black prop's apology rejected by Blues hooker, lawyer claims.

All Black camp brings together opposing players before defining Super Rugby clash.

Just like Joe Moody, Owen Franks will be back in time for the first All Blacks test.

Tana Umaga will demand answers after Owen Franks went unpunished for a head-high tackle.

They showed some promising signs, but the Blues lost once again against a Kiwi team.

All the action as the Blues took on the Crusaders at Eden Park.

Why resentment off pitch will add to rivalry between traditional New Zealand foes.

Past Blues glories pored over as Crusaders prepare for battle against the old foe.

Crusaders' pack looms as major threat at Eden Park, where Blues haven't won all season.

The Waratahs owned the Crusaders for 30 minutes, only to concede 31 in the next 50.

All the crazy action as the Crusaders hosted the Waratahs

Wyatt Crockett is nearing the end of his career but playing like he is just starting it.

Exactly 16 years ago, the Crusaders beat the Waratahs 96-19 - the shock can still be felt.

Cantabrians retain their place at the top of the Super Rugby table.

The Crusaders first-five is back after suffering a broken jaw in March.

Act of foul play has big consequences for returning star who just wants to play again.

Down to 13 men? No problem for Crusaders. Kick to win match? It's easy for Highlanders.

Crusaders surged to the top of the Super Rugby standings for the first time this season.

When the Brumbies go to sleep, they'll be seeing Manasa Mataele in their nightmares

All the action as the Brumbies hosted the Crusaders in Super Rugby.