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Crusaders training fight fallout: Rob Penney’s call and media ban spark concern – Gregor Paul
OPINION: The Crusaders have banned media from filming the end of training sessions.
Hurricanes v Brumbies: Hurricanes put up 66 points in their qualifying final
Ruben Love was perfect off the tee while six different Hurricanes players ran in tries.
Black Ferns Sevens: How family has helped NZ prepare for Bordeaux showdown
New Zealand must win in Bordeaux to secure the world title.
Fergus Slattery, one of rugby’s great flankers, dies aged 77
The Irish great was key in the Lions' last series win over the All Blacks in 1971.
All Blacks 2026 squad: Dave Rennie faces toughest selection calls yet – Ant Strachan
OPINION: Dave Rennie will name a 34-man All Blacks squad featuring several new faces.
All Blacks coaches: Blues and Crusaders appointments reveal troubled structure
Jason Holland will lead the Blues next year with Tamati Ellison as assistant.
Sydney rugby mum sanctioned after pitch invasion and confrontation during son’s match
The woman has been sanctioned by her son's Sydney club and the local rugby union.
All Blacks prop Tyrel Lomax extends NZ Rugby deal through to 2029
The 30-year-old prop’s new deal keeps him in New Zealand rugby until 2029.
Super Rugby crisis: Why Moana Pasifika’s survival matters for NZ Rugby – Alice Soper
OPINION: NZ Rugby says 40% of pro players are of Pacific heritage, making survival vital.
Rugby: Quade Cooper joins Sky commentary team for All Blacks v France test
A former Wallaby player will join Sky’s team to analyse the test against France.
Tears and pride as son helps lead haka for dad’s 500th rugby match milestone
Sam Nichols marked his 500th senior rugby game with Paremata Plimmerton.
All Blacks July tests to air free on TV3 in Sky’s new broadcast move
Sky will air the All Blacks' July tests much-delayed on TV3 and ThreeNow.
Super Rugby Pacific: Hurricanes playoffs push puts Ruben Love on Beauden Barrett’s path
Beauden Barrett once led a similar run in 2016 to claim the All Blacks role.
All Blacks: Double World Cup winner Ma’a Nonu celebrated with haka before Toulon departure
The 44-year-old joined Toulon in February 2025 as an injury replacement.
Christchurch Boys’ High School overpower Christ’s College in First XV rugby showdown
Mike Thorpe reports from the biggest annual schoolboy rugby match in Christchurch.
Dave Rennie faces major All Blacks selection challenges amid injuries – Paul Lewis
OPINION: Dave Rennie faces a raft of injuries to key All Blacks ahead of selection.
Black Ferns: Kaipo Olsen-Baker commits to NZ Rugby ahead of Lions tour and 2029 World Cup
She has played 19 tests for the Black Ferns since debuting in 2022.
First XV wrap: Auckland Grammar end nine-year wait to reclaim Headmasters’ Bowl, St Paul’s edge St Peter’s in thriller to top Central North Island
There was much to admire in the way Grammar tucked away rivals Hamilton Boys'.
Super Rugby Pacific: Former All Blacks assistant coaches to join forces amid Blues shake-up
Two former All Blacks assistants will link up as the Blues plot a major overhaul for 2027.
Christchurch Boys’ High School v Christ’s College First XV rugby ‘college match’: CBHS turns down chance to play at new stadium
The 134-year fixture returns to Christchurch Boys’ High’s number one field today.
Phil Gifford: King’s Birthday Honours 2026: Earle Kirton recognised for rugby legacy with ONZM
Earle Kirton, 85, has been made an Officer of the New Zealand Order of Merit.
Black Ferns Sevens end 30-game win streak with semi-final loss to Australia
They can still secure the World Championship crown next week in Bordeaux.
World Cup: Tim Payne overtakes All Blacks in followers on Instagram after viral World Cup push
Argentine creator Valen Scarsini sparked the viral surge with a video earlier this week.
Chiefs v Blues player ratings: The All Blacks hopefuls who dominated lacklustre Blues
OPINION: How the players rated in the Chiefs' 59-34 win over the Blues at FMG Stadium.
Why more pressure might be on Dave Rennie than any previous All Blacks coach – Gregor Paul
OPINION: Coaching the All Blacks in 2026 is a uniquely expansive and multi-faceted role.
Blues crash to heavy Chiefs defeat, face daunting Crusaders quarterfinal
The Blues will travel to Christchurch for week one of the finals.
Brumbies v Moana Pasifika live updates: Last ever game for Moana Pasifika in Canberra?
Live updates of the Super Rugby Pacific clash between the Brumbies and Moana Pasifika.
Crusaders v Hurricanes player ratings: Sevu Reece shows his class while youngsters shine
OPINION: How the players rated in the Crusaders' 47-14 win over the Hurricanes.
Crusaders v Hurricanes: Rob Penney’s side put pressure on Blues in race for home quarter-final with big win
The Crusaders claimed a bonus-point win to move into third - for now.
Moana Pasifika rescue plan gains traction ahead of final Super Rugby game
Talks are advancing on a plan that could keep Moana Pasifika in Super Rugby.
Super Rugby finals race: Who the Hurricanes, Chiefs and Blues could face
The Blues risk losing home advantage after back-to-back defeats.
All Blacks: Calls for rugby shake-up to stop talent drain as lure of black jersey fades
Leading player agent sounds alarm as lure of All Blacks jersey fades and talent departs.
Fake Super Rugby Facebook pages taken down, but similar Warriors pages remain
Warriors players and coaches have had quotes falsely attributed to them.
Super Rugby Pacific: All you need to know for round 16
Cam Roigard returns for the Hurricanes after three weeks sidelined by injury.
Super Rugby: Anton Segner on fronting up for the Blues, before it’s too late
Anton Segner captains the Blues as they fight to keep home playoff hopes alive.
Black Ferns prop Awhina Tangen-Wainohu reflects on journey, from rugby as an escape to a career after medical retirement
Awhina Tangen-Wainohu says 'rugby was a safe space' which turned into a lifestyle.
All Blacks: NZ rugby captain Scott Barrett out for up to five months with back injury
Scott Barrett is likely to miss the July tests but return by the Bledisloe Cup in October.
New Zealand Rugby and Touch New Zealand: What the partnership means for players
The deal comes as New Zealand prepares to host the 2028 Touch World Cup.
All Blacks in talks for major Netflix documentary series, project plans changed after Scott Robertson exit
Talks with Netflix began late last year but were reshaped after Scott Robertson's exit.
Crusaders coach Rob Penney ‘disappointed’ Scott Hansen’s appointment leaked before end of season
The Cantabrian side were going to make the announcement at the conclusion of their season.
Nelson rugby player retires after serious injury that left him stricken on field for an hour
Players from both teams huddled with arms linked around him as he received treatment.
Crusaders: Will Jordan to miss remainder of Super Rugby Pacific season with calf injury
Will Jordan's calf injury puts him in doubt for the first All Blacks test of 2026.
All Blacks succession planning and the two veterans under pressure for starting roles – Paul Lewis
ANALYSIS: The key areas which may see change in the All Blacks.
First XV rugby: St Kevin’s rugby team rescued by Ōtemātātā pub after bus breakdown
St Kevin's still won 60-10, reaching Wānaka with time to warm up.
Former All Blacks assistant Scott Hansen to lead Crusaders next season
Former All Blacks assistant coach is set to return to Christchurch to lead the Crusaders.
First XV rugby: St Kentigern crush King’s to power into Auckland 1A lead
The Auckland 1A competition leaders have now racked up 259 points in four matches.
Super Rugby: Hurricanes surge to top as Crusaders edge Chiefs in thriller – Phil Gifford
OPINION: The Hurricanes sit on top on 54 points, with the Chiefs and Blues chasing hard.
Fehi Fineanganofo and the Pasifika exodus that rugby’s bosses don’t understand - Gregor Paul
OPINION: Pasifika make up 40% of pros but hold only a handful of rugby power roles.
Hurricanes secure Super Rugby home playoff run with turbulent win over Highlanders in Wellington
The Hurricanes made certain they will finish at the top of the Super Rugby Pacific ladder.
Reds deny Moana Pasifika farewell home win after late try
Jock Campbell's late try and Ben Volavola's conversion sealed the Reds victory.