Second-half Chiefs blitz send Blues to Christchurch for Qualifying Final
The Chiefs will host the Queensland Reds in a Qualifying Final next Saturday night in Hamilton, at 7:05pm NZST.
Henry Lee
30 May 2026, 1:56
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A surprised Clark Laidlaw reacts to report claiming Fehi's Newcastle deal is off
Hurricanes head coach Clark Laidlaw was surprised when told at Friday night's postgame press conference about a report suggesting …
Ned Lester
29 May 2026, 18:03
Crusaders dismantle league-leading Hurricanes to climb above Blues into third
Penney and his coaching staff were forced into a late change prior to kickoff, with Ethan Blackadder picking up a minor niggle.
Henry Lee
29 May 2026, 1:51
Malcolm Marx plotting to overcome old foe with help from prolific All Black
There was a time when Kubota Spears were cannon fodder for the Saitama Wild Knights in Japan Rugby League One.
Matt McILraith
28 May 2026, 2:16
Lomax and Roigard return as Hurricanes make 12 changes for Crusaders
Hurricanes head coach Clark Laidlaw has made sweeping changes to his matchday 23 for this weekend's match-up with the Crusaders in…
Ned Lester
26 May 2026, 21:00
Analysis
Springboks star dominates Japan Rugby League One season stats
The Japan Rugby League One semi-finals are upon us, rewarding the best teams with their shot at a title. Inevitably, not all of th…
Ned Lester
25 May 2026, 19:09
Opinion
Aussie Super Rugby takes: Reds' key men, Dylan Pietsch Australians form winger
It now makes for a delicious final round of Super Rugby Pacific where first and second spots are locked down, but the position of …
John Ferguson
25 May 2026, 1:56
Hurricanes provide season-ending injury update for departing midfielder
“It’s disappointing for Riley and us for his season to finish in the way that it has."
Henry Lee
24 May 2026, 20:12
Former Wallabies loose-forward on track for second title in Japan
Next up for the Spears is a date with a Saitama Wild Knights team that has Foley's former Waratahs teammate Berrick Barnes on its …
AAP
24 May 2026, 17:16
‘It’s kids’ round’: Ruben Love apologises after referee reprimand for on-field outburst
"Will learn from it and be better."
Henry Lee
23 May 2026, 20:39
Clark Laidlaw sweating injury concerns after ‘pleasing’ top spot finish
"So the consistency the men have showed, through the whole season is really pleasing."
Henry Lee
23 May 2026, 19:15
Opinion
The five performers of the week from Super Rugby Pacific round fifteen
Sevu “Oh” Reece “Lightning” caught the visitors napping more than once. His juggle and offload leading up to Johnny McNich…
Adam Julian
23 May 2026, 14:33
Opinion
Hurricanes vs Highlanders takes: Love's All Blacks reminder, Landers check out early
The Highlanders flew to Wellington for their final game of the 2026 Rugby Pacific season, signing off on their campaign with the b…
Ned Lester
23 May 2026, 2:48
Hurricanes secure top spot with clinical win over Highlanders
The Hurricanes will take the number one seed into the Super Rugby Pacific playoffs, beating the Highlanders in Wellington.
Finn Morton
23 May 2026, 1:56
Interview
Josh Moorby on what's separating the Hurricanes from the pack in 2026
Josh Moorby, 27, was already a dependable Hurricane before he departed for Montpellier, France, in 2024. In 38 appearances, he had…
Adam Julian
22 May 2026, 14:13
Brad Shields: 'These boys are stronger than ever, they're faster than ever'
Rugby's athletes continue to reach new heights, says ex-England international and current Hurricanes loose forward Brad Shields.
Ned Lester
21 May 2026, 20:20
