Report: Scott Hansen to succeed Rob Penney as Crusaders head coach in 2027
Hansen will take over the role from Penney, who signed a one-year extension after their 2025 triumph.
Henry Lee
25 May 2026, 18:34
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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
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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
Jock Campbell strikes late as Reds secure dramatic win over Moana Pasifika
Jock Campbell has scored a try with just two minutes remaining as the Queensland Reds overcame a huge scare to beat Moana Pasifika…
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Crusaders face another anxious wait over Will Jordan's pesky calf injury
Will Jordan returned from an ankle injury-enforced seven-week stint on the sidelines last night in Christchurch, but didn't come t…
Ned Lester
22 May 2026, 20:59
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Crusaders vs Chiefs takes: It's what they do best, same old Chiefs?
A third-consecutive sell-out crowd welcomed the 2025 Super Rugby Pacific finalists to the One New Zealand field on Friday night.
Ned Lester
22 May 2026, 2:43
David Havili the hero as Crusaders snap Chiefs’ winning streak in thriller
Captain David Havili was the hero for the Crusaders in a 36-32 win over the Chiefs in a thrilling New Zealand derby.
Finn Morton
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The shock team that ‘could miss out’ as Super Rugby playoff race heats up
Stan Sport commentator Sean Maloney has tipped the Crusaders to make the big dance in Super Rugby Pacific.
Finn Morton
20 May 2026, 18:33
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Transfer market: Five off-contract value targets for New Zealand Super Rugby teams
With Super Rugby Pacific coming into the last two rounds of competition for 2026, there are many New Zealand players whose contrac…
Ben Smith
20 May 2026, 17:51
Moana Pasifika name team for final home game against Reds
Moana Pasifika will run out at North Harbour Stadium one final time this week, with the Queensland Reds in town searching to cemen…
Ned Lester
19 May 2026, 23:13
Reds handed major boost as star Wallaby returns from injury
Wallabies scrum-half Tate McDermott will suit up in Queensland Reds colours for the first time this season.
Finn Morton
19 May 2026, 22:19
David Kirk: There is a 'project' underway to review Super Rugby
Super Rugby Pacific is being put under the microscope in New Zealand, with both New Zealand Rugby (NZR) and the five Super Rugby c…
Ned Lester
19 May 2026, 0:01
James Parsons: Seven players that fit Dave Rennie’s bespoke selection model
Next is Hurricanes co-captain Du'Plessis Kirifi, leading his side to the top of the competition after 14 rounds.
Henry Lee
18 May 2026, 17:33
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The four performers of the week from Super Rugby Pacific round fourteen
The Chiefs rolled the Highlanders 42-12 in Hamilton, though there was a Herculean display by someone in the losing team.
Adam Julian
17 May 2026, 14:14
Crusaders rookie Kurtis MacDonald handed four-game ban for dangerous play
Kurtis MacDonald will miss the remaining two games of the Crusaders' regular season and the beginning of any potential playoff inv…
Ned Lester
12 May 2026, 20:18
'Let’s be very, very careful': Doubts persist over Leicester Fainga'anuku's long-term future at No.7
Fainga'anuku showed his full range of skills in the victory over the Blues, using his kicking game for not one but two try assists…
Ben Smith
11 May 2026, 14:45
