Super RugbyRugby: Hammett to leave HurricanesOutgoing Hurricanes coach Mark Hammett said it was not the time to reminisce after announcing he would leave the franchise after this season10 Apr 02:58 AM
OpinionGregor PaulGregor Paul: Hurricanes find elegant solutionCoach Mark Hammett has announced he will not be seeking re-appointment after this season, writes Gregor Paul. The knives can be put away.10 Apr 01:52 AM
Super RugbyRugby: What now for Hammett?Mark Hammett clearly feels he's either taken the Hurricanes as far as he can or needs a change of scenery, says Herald rugby writer Patrick McKendry.09 Apr 10:26 PM
Super RugbyRugby: Anscombe ready to fill Cruden's bootsWhen the Chiefs first learned of Aaron Cruden's injury, the players' thoughts immediately turned to the first-five's ready-made replacement.09 Apr 04:15 PM
Super RugbyRugby: Chiefs' rock plays steadying roleAs the previously indestructible Aaron Cruden recovers from his broken thumb, the Chiefs must be wary of placing too much more pressure on the team's other iron man.08 Apr 04:15 PM
OpinionWynne GrayWynne Gray: Cruden's injury painful for ChiefsAaron Cruden's injury will harm the Chiefs more than the All Blacks.07 Apr 05:30 PM
Super RugbyRugby: Anscombe's got the goodsFor the first time since 2011, the Chiefs will run out this weekend without Aaron Cruden in the No 10 jersey.07 Apr 04:15 PM
OpinionChris RattueChris Rattue: Warriors and Blues scraping bottom of the barrelThe Warriors' performance against the Cronulla Sharks was the worst ever because they were wiped out by a struggling side, writes Chris Rattue.06 Apr 05:30 PM
OpinionJustin Marshall: Ageless Ellis can still perform as All BlackAfter an intriguing weekend of rugby, the Blues, Crusaders and Chiefs deserve close attention - and there's one player who warrants a special mention: the ageless Andy Ellis.06 Apr 05:30 PM
Super RugbyRugby: Blues back on rollercoasterFrom the high of their bonus-point victory over the Highlanders to a new low of being dismantled by the Brumbies.06 Apr 04:15 PM
Super RugbyRugby: Milestone for Crusaders as they bounce back against LionsAfter a lacklustre start to the season, including two defeats at home, the Crusaders have at last set a record for the right reasons.05 Apr 09:54 PM
Super RugbyFirst Take: Draw-draw is win-win for ChiefsAaron Cruden sounded like a captain who didn't know whether to laugh or cry after another staggering comeback draw in South Africa.05 Apr 09:35 PM
Super RugbyRugby: Highlander faces hearingHighlanders winger Kurt Baker has been cited for a lifting tackle during his side's 33-30 win over the Rebels in Dunedin on Friday night.05 Apr 04:15 PM
Super RugbyRugby: Experience delivers old fashioned valueIt used to be that New Zealand was no country for old men. Now it seems it is a place only for old men.05 Apr 04:15 PM
Super RugbyA break for bruised BluesThe franchise has a week off to fix the walking wounded and find form. Gregor Paul analyses their work so far.05 Apr 04:15 PM
Super RugbyRugby: Modern rugby puzzles ThorburnFoundation Super rugby commissioner Peter Thorburn remains a devout but perplexed follower of the professional competition.04 Apr 03:15 PM
Super RugbyRugby: Savea on long, hard road to redemptionAfter a steady start to the Super 15, Julian Savea exploded against the Crusaders.04 Apr 03:15 PM
Super RugbyRugby: Revamped Chiefs eye NZ conference top spotAfter a loss and a draw to date on their tour, Chiefs coach Dave Rennie says it's essential his side triumph in the final fixture of their road trip.04 Apr 03:15 PM
Super RugbyRugby: Another Crusaders' win-loss yo-yo away from home could force questionsEllis Park, that bastion of South African rugby, is where the Crusaders will undergo a severe test of their spirit tomorrow morning.04 Apr 03:15 PM
Super RugbyHomesick Blues fall apart againThe road trip blues continue for Sir John Kirwan following his side's loss against the Brumbies at a wet Canberra Stadium.04 Apr 10:13 AM