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The loss of the Melbourne Rebels will bring a change in the playoff structure.
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The Melbourne Rebels' demise forces big changes for the 2025 Super Rugby Pacific season.
Gregor Paul: Super Rugby playoff format a battle between finances and fans
OPINION: Super Rugby’s problem is one of integrity being pitted against finances.
How did the once-mighty Crusaders empire fall so fast?
ANALYSIS: Jamie Wall reviews the Crusaders' season.
First XV rugby wrap: Hamilton Boys' High retain 106-year-old trophy amid sponsor controversy
All the action from the weekend's schoolboy rugby.
Winners and Losers: What is the point of Super Rugby bonus points?
OPINION: Chris Rattue breaks down the final round of Super Rugby Pacific.
Paul Lewis: Who will be Razor's first All Blacks bolters?
OPINION: A few positions might accommodate test newcomers.
Phil Gifford: Crusaders should stick with embattled coach Rob Penney
OPINION: As bad as this season was, there are two reasons Penney deserves another chance.
Crusaders refuse to commit to coach Rob Penney's future
The Crusaders were forced to settle for ninth, their worst Super Rugby finish since 2001.
Chiefs coach 'surprised' Jacobson penalised for clean-out
The penalty sparked debate online after the Chiefs' defeat to the Blues at Eden Park.
Alice Soper: Imagine if NZ rugby treated neighbours the same as England does
OPINION: We're happy to develop their talent as long as they wear a black jersey.
England star in bust-up with fan after Bath win
A supporter says he was attacked by the player following a play-off match.
What milestone decision means for Auckland stadium race
A vote on the final outcome probably won’t take place until early next year.
Canes secure top spot as Blues let in late Chiefs try
The Blues blew a three-try lead in their quest to secure a treasured bonus-point victory.
Hurricanes beat Highlanders to claim top spot
The Hurricanes controlled things throughout and go into playoffs as the top seed.
Blues beat Chiefs but settle for second
The Blues were denied top spot in Super Rugby by a last-minute try.
Hurricanes race away from Highlanders
The Hurricanes jumped the Blues into top spot after their win.
Crusaders eliminated as Fijian Drua beat Rebels
The Drua have bumped the Crusaders from the playoff race with their win over the Rebels.
High school rugby coaches stood down after ref, players abused
Coach's foul-mouthed tirades spoiled teens' ‘great game’ - witness
Editorial: A proposition for peace in NZ Rugby’s civil war
Standoff begins as we await a civilised solution to the internal strife.
Crusaders veterans help keep hopes alive
The Crusaders have ended a dismal campaign with the win they required.
Crusaders crush Moana Pasifika
The Crusaders needed a win to keep their playoff hopes alive.
Pressure on Blues to deliver swift response
With top spot and home finals up for grabs, now is the time the Blues must front.
Phil Gifford on rugby's governance shake-up: What went wrong?
The future of rugby in New Zealand and governance turmoil explained.
Ex-All Black on retirement: 'You think you’re going to be a rugby player forever'
Crusaders veteran ready for last run in red and black.
Dan Carter: I struggled with lack of identity and purpose when I stopped playing
Carter has helped launch a new charity which supports elite players after they retire.
The key sporting events to watch this weekend
Chris Rattue ranks the top sporting events to watch over the next few days.
Fans let down by provincial unions as NZR maintains status quo: Players' boss
'The game is in trouble, it needed to change.'
Gregor Paul: Rugby's collapse now inescapable as provinces vote for chaos
OPINION: There is no winner from Thursday's landmark vote.
'Have to do it together': Tuipulotu addresses NZR vote
All the action from a big Thursday in sport.
Civil war: What NZ Rugby's Proposal 2 vote means for the game
The battle for governance of the game in Aotearoa will continue.
Ex-All Black poised to switch and represent Schmidt’s Wallabies
World Rugby’s eligibility change has opened the door for a 50-year first.
Brodie Retallick at 33: One of NZ's rugby greats is finally giving his body a break
'I think I'm done there,' the giant lock says of his All Blacks and Chiefs careers.