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Crusaders hold on to take down Chiefs

Sam Whitelock looks to fend during a wet afternoon in Christchurch. Photo: Getty Images

Crusaders hold on to take down Chiefs

Travelling to Christchurch to face the Crusaders is one of the toughest assignments any rugby side can confront. Scott Robertson's men last lost there in 2016, and on a wet Sunday afternoon the...

Excitement builds for Crusaders home game

George Bridge during a Crusaders training session at Rugby Park earlier this month. Photo: Getty...

Excitement builds for Crusaders home game

Crusaders fans will get to see their team in the flesh for the first time since lockdown on Sunday afternoon when they host the Chiefs.

Talks over possible All Blacks v Kangaroos historic cross-code match

Talks over possible All Blacks v Kangaroos historic cross-code match

New Zealand Rugby boss Mark Robinson has confirmed the organisation is in talks for the All Blacks to face the Kangaroos in an historical cross-code clash.

Police called in over ticket refunds for cancelled events

Police called in over ticket refunds for cancelled events

A Super Rugby franchise has called in police as it battles to recover $200,000 from its former Dunedin ticketing company.

Crusaders claim opening win over Hurricanes

Jack Goodhue on his way to the try line in the Crusaders' win over the Hurricanes in Wellington...

Crusaders claim opening win over Hurricanes

Out of the blocks this was not a vintage performance from the Crusaders but there is enough from their typically clinical victory over the Hurricanes in Wellington to suggest the defending Super...

Blues down Chiefs in Hamilton

Beauden Barrett runs the ball up for the Blues against the Chiefs. Photo: Getty

Blues down Chiefs in Hamilton

The Blues will return to Auckland in a buoyant mood after securing their first win - 24-12 - over the Chiefs in Hamilton since 2011.

Crusaders' advantage heading into their first game of season

Crusaders' advantage heading into their first game of season

Scott Robertson believes his side will have a slight advantage heading into their first game of Super Rugby Aotearoa on Sunday against the Hurricanes.

No more 'Swing Low, Sweet Chariot' for English rugby fans?

England rugby fans could soon be banned from singing 'Swing Low, Sweet Chariot' at international matches because of its origins as an anthem for American slaves.

George Bridge tackles stigmas around mental health

George Bridge tackles stigmas around mental health

Crusaders star George Bridge is one of several All Blacks opening up on their own struggles with mental health and encouraging others to ask for help.

Stadium streak 'first time to crack the big scenes'

A streaker runs on to the field during the match between the Highlanders and Chiefs at Forsyth...

Stadium streak 'first time to crack the big scenes'

A rugby fan who streaked at Forsyth Barr Stadium in Dunedin over the weekend says it was "the best feeling", despite having to show up in court later this week.

Opposition players 'absolutely hate the Crusaders' - Dagg

Israel Dagg has revealed how New Zealand players throughout Super Rugby have a particular dislike for the Crusaders.

Bryn Gatland's spooky prediction about game-winning kick

Bryn Gatland in action during a Highlanders Super Rugby training session at Logan Park. Photo:...

Bryn Gatland's spooky prediction about game-winning kick

Bryn Gatland's prediction was eerily accurate.

Eden Park sold out for Blues v Hurricanes

The Blues said that by 12pm on Saturday they had sold 43,000 tickets, the capacity set for the...

Eden Park sold out for Blues v Hurricanes

Starved of live sports action during the coronavirus shutdown, New Zealand rugby fans have snapped up tickets for the Auckland Blues match against the Wellington Hurricanes on Sunday, with...

Super Rugby Aotearoa draw and 'experimental' rules

The Crusaders training on Thursday. Photo: Getty Images

Super Rugby Aotearoa draw and 'experimental' rules

Super Rugby Aotearoa kicks off this weekend. Here is the schedule for all games and an outline of the competition's 'experimental' rules.

Rising Canterbury star to make Highlanders debut

Rising Canterbury star to make Highlanders debut

Canterbury and Crusader Knights player Sam Gilbert is set to make his Highlanders debut on Saturday.

Laser beams may be used to police offside lines in rugby

Laser beams could be the answer to difficulties policing the offside line in rugby.

Tony Brown slams SA Rugby for Sunwolves exit

Former Sunwolves coach Tony Brown has taken another swipe at South African rugby for what he says was a vindictive move to shut down the Japanese Super Rugby team.

Former Crusader sacked by French club

Former Crusader sacked by French club

Former Crusaders and Canterbury first-five Tom Taylor has been sensationally sacked by French Top 14 side Pau for going AWOL from the club during the lockdown.

Dan Carter's dad won't support son when Blues face Crusaders

Dan Carter, the proud Cantabrian now in the unfamiliar colours of Blue, won't have his family cheering him on if he suits up for his new team against the Crusaders this season.

How did the Blues manage to sign Dan Carter?

Carter with his new coach Leon MacDonald. Photo: NZH / Brett Phibbs

How did the Blues manage to sign Dan Carter?

If at first you don't succeed, try and try again - how the Blues signed Dan Carter on the third attempt.

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