New contract system means many leading NZ super rugby players will move to new franchises.

The Crusaders and Hurricanes are NZ's only hopes for semifinal berths. Michael Brown looks at their prospects.

The Bulls delivered a killer blow to the Crusaders - but on a highly controversial note.

Crusaders turn to Daniel Bowden to help reignite title charge.

Check out NZ rugby, now that the master Crusaders coach has gone. You'll find one sick puppy, a sad mob of Super 14 lost souls.

Crusaders hooker Corey Flynn is flying home to Christchurch after spraining his ankle.

The Crusaders are staring at three straight losses when they meet the Bulls this weekend.

Captain Richie McCaw is battling sore ribs on the eve of his 100th game for the Crusaders.

Dan Carter has been passed fit to return to the Crusaders, following his recent hip injury.

The Crusaders ran in seven tries to destroy the Cheetahs in their Super 14 match at AMI Stadium in Christchurch.

All Black Dan Carter is in doubt for the Crusaders' match against the Cheetahs in Christchurch on Saturday.

Richie McCaw is back wearing his favoured No 7 jersey in one of seven changes to the Crusaders.

First five-eighth Dan Carter became the highest pointscorer in Super rugby history kicking five penalties in the Crusaders 20-13 victory over the Waratahs.

The Waratahs say they are playing well - but they still have to convince their fans.

It's the halfway point in the Super 14. Gregor Paul looks at the New Zealand franchises who could produce our worst result since 2001.