LeagueRattue: Send the All Blacks into the Lions' DensTo start with, a random and not fully explored thought. There's probably a lot of holes in it, but the overall concept is really exciting 09 Nov 01:31 AM
Super RugbyCarling defends ABs after Woodward criticismThere is a split in the English rugby ranks over the All Blacks' loss to Ireland, with Clive Woodward and Will Carling taking opposite views.08 Nov 05:35 PM
All BlacksTony Veitch: All Blacks fans are boringCOMMENT: Before you call me heretic, hear me out: New Zealand rugby crowds are largely boring, writes Tony Veitch.05 Nov 02:38 AM
All BlacksRattue: Lions coach is clowning aroundCOMMENT: Warren Gatland's criticism will build anticipation for the Lions tour, writes Chris Rattue. But you have to guffaw in this case, writes Chris Rattue.02 Nov 05:33 AM
All BlacksWales's Sam Warburton leads race for Lions captaincySam Warburton will captain Wales in their four-match autumn Test series and in next year's Six Nations in a significant departure 29 Sep 10:35 PM
TourismLions tour putting pressure on hotelsNext year's Lions tour will attract up to 20,000 fans to New Zealand, boosting tourism spending but putting pressure on accommodation providers.11 Sep 05:00 PM
Super RugbyWarning for Lions: NZ is against youWarren Gatland has been given a stark warning about the institutionalised hostility his Lions squad will face in New Zealand.06 Sep 10:14 PM
All BlacksThe Lions' tour of NZ just got tougherThe Blues, Crusaders and Highlanders are likely to be near full strength for their matches against the British and Irish Lions next year.04 Sep 10:35 PM
Super RugbyRugby: How the South Africans reacted to the Super Rugby finalSouth African media have lauded the individual impact of Beauden Barrett and the steel of the Hurricanes defence as they come to grips 06 Aug 07:54 PM
Super RugbyRugby: Ackermann rues over blundersLions coach Johan Ackermann was left rueing two gift tries as the difference between his side and the Hurricanes in the Super Rugby 06 Aug 07:09 PM
Super RugbyCourageous Coles: 'Mate, it's a final'When his team needed him most, inspirational Hurricanes skipper Dane Coles didn't hesitate to step back into the fray.06 Aug 05:30 PM
Super RugbyDefence leads Canes to promised landIt's a lovely old cliché about defence winning titles. It's simple and, as the Hurricanes have proven, it's also true, writes Gregor Paul.06 Aug 09:39 AM
Super RugbyHurricanes claim Super Rugby titleAfter 20 years of hurt, the Hurricanes at last claimed their maiden Super Rugby crown06 Aug 09:25 AM
Super RugbyRecap: Hurricanes win Super Rugby titleHurricanes win their first Super Rugby title after a 20-3 win over the Lions.06 Aug 07:00 AM
Super RugbyThree questions for the deciderHerald rugby experts answer three big questions which could decide tonight's Super Rugby final.06 Aug 05:13 AM
Super RugbyAll you need to know: Hurricanes v LionsHere's all the vital information you need to know ahead of the biggest Super Rugby match of the year.04 Aug 07:20 PM
Super RugbySecond time lucky for Hurricanes?When the Hurricanes saw their title dream smashed by the Highlanders, there was a sense they had blown their best chance.03 Aug 04:04 AM
Super RugbyMcKendry: Savea must start in finalJulian Savea has played a total of 36 minutes for the Hurricanes over the past two weeks but for his sake - and more importantly his 02 Aug 03:43 AM
Super RugbyA new Super Rugby champion to be crownedA new champion will raise the Super Rugby trophy next weekend, with the Hurricanes and the Lions booking their spots in the finale.30 Jul 06:48 PM
Super RugbyLions to meet Hurricanes in finalThe Highlanders' hopes of defending their Super Rugby title have been crushed on the Ellis Park anvil this morning.30 Jul 03:10 PM
Super RugbyLions' leading players to miss start of NZ tourThe next head coach of the British and Irish Lions, widely expected to be Warren Gatland, will again face the challenge of being without 07 Jul 11:13 PM
New ZealandNZ Herald Focus 3 July 4pm - SPORTThe future of test cricket is clouded as crowd and viewer numbers drop. Is there anything harder in sport than the pressure of taking a penalty kick in football? This after Germany’s win over Italy at Euro 2016. The Lions have a great chance to secure the all important top spot in Super Rugby with two rounds remaining. Novak Djokovic suffers one of the biggest upsets in Wimbledon history, beaten by Sam Querrey in the third round.Watch03 Jul 04:00 AM
BusinessLions tickets pricey? You've never had it so good$449 too much for a Lions ticket you say? Try $1000 - all the way back in 1959.29 Jun 12:20 AM
Super RugbyAll eyes on Lions' choiceWarren Gatland is currently seen as the top choice for coach of the Lions rugby team in their upcoming tour next year.28 Jun 05:00 PM
All BlacksLions test tickets to cost punters up to $449New Zealand Rugby has released ticket details for next year's tour of the British and Irish Lions, and the highest price for a test ticket has been set at $449.27 Jun 11:59 PM
OpinionGregor PaulGregor Paul: Punishing schedule may break Lions' prideCOMMENT: As the Chiefs were humiliating Wales on Tuesday night, what became clear was the enormity of the task that lies ahead for next year's visiting British Lions.17 Jun 07:45 PM
Super RugbyConsistent Crusaders under the radarThey may have lost their starpower, but the Crusaders are playing as consistently as they ever have at this stage of the season01 Apr 04:54 PM
Super RugbyHighlanders maul Lions to thrill ZooThe Highlanders have rolled to a 34-15 victory over the Lions, delighting their fans at Forsyth Barr Stadium.12 Mar 08:25 AM
Super RugbyRugby: Chiefs shocked by LionsThe Chiefs seemed intent on increasing their degree of difficulty during yesterday's encounter with the Lions in Hamilton.05 Mar 07:23 AM
Super RugbyAs it happened: Chiefs v LionsJoin us for live updates as the Chiefs play their first home game of the 2016 Super Rugby season.05 Mar 06:18 AM
Super RugbyComment: Pull the pin on the SunwolvesThe kind thing to do would be for Sanzar to raise the white flag on behalf of the Sunwolves and pull the pin after one outing, writes Gregor Paul.27 Feb 06:12 AM
