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Blues surge to victory over the Waratahs

Rieko Ioane shines as the Blues surge to victory over the Waratahs. Video / Sky Sport

As it happened: Chiefs thrash Brumbies

All the action between the Chiefs and Brumbies.

The simple approach behind the Hurricanes' early success

The Hurricanes have claimed maximum points from the opening two rounds of the competition.

As it happened: Blues ease past Waratahs

All the action between the Blues and Waratahs.

Silver Lake or Forsyth Barr? The pros and cons of two NZ Rugby deals

Is a proposal to float part of NZ Rugby real, or the players flexing their powers?

Highlanders defence shines in tight away victory

The Highlanders had an answer for everything the Force threw at them.

Hurricanes claim big win - but serious issues remain

The Hurricanes' unconvincing start to their transtasman campaign continues.

'Someone has to move': Ian Foster gives verdict on Silver Lake saga

All Blacks coach Ian Foster is stuck in the middle of the Silver Lake saga.

As it happened: Hurricanes v Rebels

All the action between the Hurricanes and Rebels.

Yet another setback: All Blacks star in doubt for tests

All Blacks star could be in a race against the clock to prove his fitness for first test.

Intriguing change: Blues welcome back three All Blacks

Blues will flex their depth against the Waratahs, offering no respite for the Sydney side.

Patrick McKendry: Why NZ Rugby needs Razor now more than ever

Opinion: NZR need public relations wins right now and they also need free spirits.

15-month wait is over: Black Ferns Sevens ready for return

The Black Ferns Sevens are finally getting ready to play again.

Former All Black hired as Italy coach

Italy is coming off a sixth straight last-place finish in the Six Nations.

D-day looms: Scott Robertson's coaching future nearly decided

Crusaders coach Scott Robertson has received an offer to re-sign with New Zealand Rugby.

Former All Black: Why missing out on World Cup was highlight of my career

The Chiefs legend revealed a "weird" highlight that's stuck with him during his career.

Gregor Paul: What Silver Lake stoush boils down to

Opinion: Who is best placed to sell the All Blacks to the rest of the world?

'Chance for redemption': Why Blues could get even better in transtasman comp

The Blues' buoyant spirit was a world away from the dark clouds of Super Rugby Aotearoa.