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Christchurch earthquake: Crusaders match called off
The Crusaders early this morning withdrew from their Super 15 match against the Hurricanes in Wellington on Saturday.

Christchurch quake: World Cup games in doubt
Five World Cup games and two quarterfinals scheduled for Christchurch are in jeopardy after yesterday's big quake.

New Rugby NZ 2011 chairman named
Brian Roche, who took over as acting chairman of Rugby New Zealand (RNZ) 2011 Ltd last year, has been confirmed today as the organisation's chairman.

All Blacks: NZRU dismisses Hayman return report
The NZRU has dismissed suggestions that former All Black prop Carl Hayman could return for the Rugby World Cup.

All Blacks: Hayman in 'secret' World Cup discussions
Carl Hayman may be about to make a sensational return to New Zealand for the Rugby World Cup.

Rugby: Howlett arrested in Ireland - report
Former All Blacks star Doug Howlett was arrested by Irish police on suspicion of being drunk and disorderly at his Christmas party night out with his Munster teammates.

<i>Chris Rattue:</i> NZRU boxed into an awkward corner
The Sonny Bill Williams boxing story refuses to remain on the canvas.

Rugby World Cup: 85,000 fans set to hit NZ
Rugby World Cup organisers say they are on track to meet their lofty ticket sales goal for the tournament next year.

<i>Chris Rattue:</i> SBW deserves a good punch
Go Scott Lewis, and give that Sonny Bill Williams a decent clout for those of us who are sick of his self-centred antics.

Sonny Bill fight details revealed
All Black Sonny Bill Williams' return to the boxing ring has been confirmed by the New Zealand Rugby Union today.

Rugby: Jock Hobbs resigns
New Zealand Rugby Union chairman Jock Hobbs has resigned effective immediately to focus on his health.