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World Cup winning coach was under-going chemo at tournament

Rassie Erasmus was reportedly undergoing chemotherapy during the 2019 World Cup.

Phil Gifford: Why the Blues are the real deal

Seven talking points from the second round of Super Rugby Aotearoa.

Gregor Paul: The proof the All Blacks have fixed their big weakness

COMMENT: It has been a sore point for the All Blacks lately but it might not be any more.

The team to beat: Clinical Crusaders take down Hurricanes

The defending champions will be just as difficult to counter in the NZ-only competition.

'Frustrating': Warren Gatland's plea for help

Warren Gatland has made a last plea to Premiership Rugby.

Pre-Show: Hurricanes vs. Crusaders

Pre-Show: Hurricanes vs. Crusaders. Video / Sky Sport

Interactive ratings: Rate every player in Hurricanes v Crusaders

Rugby is back - and so is the New Zealand Herald's live player ratings.

Live Super Rugby: Hurricanes v Crusaders

Follow all the Super Rugby Aotearoa action with the Hurricanes hosting the Crusaders.

Communication breakdown: Why Super Rugby teams remain perplexed

The Blues are on a roll but frustrations at the breakdown continue to cause headaches.

Razor's admission: The Crusaders' big advantage before first game

Robertson believes his side will have an advantage heading into their first game.

Gregor Paul: The real reason behind Super Rugby's controversial new rules

COMMENT: It's time to decide whether we want rugby to be a contact or a collision sport.

Phil Gifford: Three rugby legends that have no base in reality

Comment: Three common legends in rugby that have no basis in reality.

Southland legend: Former All Black dies

Ack (Alistair) Soper leaves behind a strong legacy both on and off the rugby field.

'Hate that song': Rugby fans could be banned from singing slave anthem

England rugby fans could soon be banned from singing 'Swing Low, Sweet Chariot'.

Business of Rugby: Do the All Blacks deserve Government support?

The Government invests directly in the America's Cup. So why not the All Blacks?

The special Blues guest that will make the Chiefs 'uneasy'

Akira Ioane's return for the Blues could have a big impact against the Chiefs.

Akira gets his chance: Two Blues stars out for Chiefs clash

Akira Ioane gets his first start against the Chiefs as the Blues suffer two injury blows.

Shock study: Playing three rugby matches can damage the brain

Playing rugby can cause subtle brain damage in young people after just three matches.