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NZ Rugby follows NRL, NFL in banning dangerous tackle

The hip-drop tackle is now banned in New Zealand community rugby.

Elliott Smith: The ABs selection questions hanging over Super Rugby playoffs

OPINION: Some All Blacks hopefuls are sidelined as their teams missed the playoffs.

Gregor Paul: Why NZ Rugby's financial struggles are far from over

OPINION: The protracted broadcast rights saga could halt fiscal progress in its tracks.

Opinion: The financial puzzle Super Rugby must solve for survival

The Hurricanes lost $2.1m in two years, seeking $1m from shares.

Why the Blues' playoffs hopes hinge on an emotional farewell game

Mark Tele'a hopes to extend his Blues and All Blacks career before moving to Japan.

Super Rugby teams: Strong sides named for first week of new playoffs

The new-look Super Rugby Pacific playoffs format will make its debut on Friday.

Luke Jacobson re-signs with Chiefs, NZ Rugby for two more years

Jacobson took on the captaincy after the departure of Sam Cane.

NZ Rugby announce global sponsorship deal after Ineos contract dispute

The new sponsorship comes less two months after a settlement deal with Ineos.

Paul Lewis: Why NZ's future at No 10 looks bright

OPINION: Young first fives like Josh Jacomb and Ruben Love are impressing in Super Rugby.

Rugby's new breakaway league set to clash with Super Rugby

Rugby's new breakaway league set to clash with Super Rugby.

Did Donald's slip of the tongue reveal new Chiefs coach?

Former All Black Stephen Donald appears to have made the announcement before the Chiefs.

Opinion: Scots College rugby default raises serious concerns

OPINION: St Peter's Cambridge seek first Central North Island title since 2020.

Woodman-Wickliffe on babies, books, broadcasting and King’s Birthday honour

She aims to start a family after the Rugby World Cup in England.

Mo’unga shrugs off broken hand to win Japanese title

The former All Blacks first-five played a key role in the win.

Phil Gifford: Tavatavanawai must be an All Black, despite Highlanders' failure

OPINION: Eight talking points from the final regular season round of Super Rugby Pacific.

Hurricanes save best for last to secure fourth seeds spot for playoffs

The 64-point total was the highest score the Hurricanes have posted so far this season.

Blues blitz Waratahs to keep playoff hopes alive

A Rieko Ioane hat-trick powers the Blues to a dominant bonus-point win.

Blues v Waratahs recap: Rieko Ioane scores hat-trick in big win

The Blues now await the result of Moana Pasifika's clash with the Hurricanes.