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Blues confirm opening two pre-season fixtures starting in late January
By Henry Lee
The Blues have today announced their first pre-season games ahead of the Super Rugby Pacific season for 2026, confirming they will play the Hurricanes and the Crusaders at home in late January and early February.
The Blues and the Crusaders met three times during the 2025 Super Rugby Pacific season, and once in pre-season where the Blues came out on top, 35-19, in Kirwee.
The first of the games in 2026 will be against the Hurricanes at Sacred Heart College on January 30, but details of attendance for the public are still yet to be announced.
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Vern Cotter’s side will play against Clark Laidlaw’s Hurricanes at the Glendowie school at 1:30pm, with the next fixture being a week later on Waitangi Day.
Onewa Domain in Takapuna will play host to the game against the Crusaders on February 6 (Waitangi Day), where the old rivals will meet for the first time in 2026.
Despite details not being released for the first one at Sacred Heart College, fans can purchase tickets for the game against the Crusaders on the Blues flicket website, where prices range between $5 and $15.
Fans will be allowed to get autographs and photos after the 3pm match, withTakapuna Rugby Football Club Manager Sandra Southworth saying that the club is excited to have two Super Rugby Pacific franchises on show for their members.
“We always have an amazing turnout when the Blues play at our ground and we can’t wait to do it again,” she said on a Blues statement.
“Onewa Domain is the perfect place to watch footy up close – you can feel the impact, hear the calls, and share in the energy and vibe. It’s going to be a fantastic Waitangi Day for Harbour rugby.”
2026 Blues Pre-Season Fixtures
Friday 30 January
Blues vs Hurricanes
Sacred Heart College
Kick-off at 1:30pm
Details on public attendance are still being finalised.
Friday 6 February (Waitangi Day)
Blues vs Crusaders
Takapuna Rugby Club, Onewa Domain
Kick-off at 3pm, gates open 2pm
Tickets available now at blues.flicket.co.nz
Adults $15, Kids (Under 14) $5, Free entry for children 4yrs and under.
