Overseas trip keeps title holders in shadows but they're in form and cavalry is coming.

Defeat in Tokyo will make retention of Umaga as head coach a hard sell for Blues' board.

Te Puna make a statement of intent in Baywide Premier rugby.

A Kiwi women's rugby sevens player has contracted mumps and is in isolation.

The American politician wants to operate a Super Rugby franchise out of Hawaii.

The Blues and the Stormers both took to the field wearing blue playing kits.

Long flight home promises to be uncomfortable journey as Blues fail to meet expectations.

Sexton had to leave the field in today's win, but Ireland proved they have what it takes

A converted penalty gave Scotland a win that many thought was undeserved.

Blues don't cope well with expectation, but their form suggests they should beat Stormers.

Jacinda Ardern was ranked the fourth highest Labour MP the last time this happened.

Try in final minute against Lions completes incredible comeback - one of best under Umaga.

20-year-old gets midfield move he wanted, now he has to provide the impetus for victory.

Defending champs show all their parts are interchangeable and in perfect working order.

Blues just can't catch a break - or a plane out of Auckland due to an engineering problem.

Joe Moody and Kane Hames set to carry All Black load, but others are coming through.

Healthy squad, firepower and an in-form No10 must make Blues favourites to break drought.

Rampaging hooker in final year of contract pledges to give it all for new skipper Pulu.

He wants to move to midfield but young Blues sensation is too valuable as a finisher.

Coach Tana Umaga names strong starting line-up as he seeks fast start to Super season.

Front-rower another casualty after teammate Broadhurst was forced to retire last year.

Blues players urged to step up and reward Umaga's hard work in final year of current deal.

Barrett's added weight plus pace and reach equals a nightmare for opposition defences.

It's just a matter of timing as former All Blacks captain gets set for contract extension.

Talented No10 stars in first hit-out but could miss season-opener against Highlanders.

Coach credits hard work before tournament with his sides' stunning results.

Huh? Departing Hurricanes coach Chris Boyd and All Blacks boss Steve Hansen never speak.

Greg Cooper has left as head coach of Stade Francais to be with his ill daughter.

Sonny Bill Williams has taken a break from training to make a pilgrimage in Saudi Arabia.

Toala has the opportunity to be a two-season Baby Black.