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
{{item.n}}
ADVERTISEMENT
Article Results
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
Caleb Tangitau and Ethan de Groot lead way at Highlanders season awards
Ethan de Groot and Caleb Tangitau have emerged as the big winners from the Highlanders' 2026 awards night, which was held this wee…
Ned Lester
21 May 2026, 22:40
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
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
Opinion
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
Opinion
It's premature to anoint Ruben Love as the All Blacks No.10 without winning anything
One of the consequences of Super Rugby’s evolution into a one-game comp, is that it’s premature to properly evaluate Hurricane…
Hamish Bidwell
20 May 2026, 16:31
Ere Enari announces Hurricanes departure with move to Wales secured
Just days after producing one of the best performances of his Super Rugby career, Ere Enari has announced he will depart the Hurri…
Ned Lester
20 May 2026, 14:42
Highly-touted fullback to debut with Highlanders' season on line
The Highlanders have named what could be their final matchday team of the year, should results not go their way in round 15.
Ned Lester
19 May 2026, 21:55
Crusaders welcome back Will Jordan for sold-out Chiefs bout
All Blacks superstar Will Jordan is back for the Crusaders this week, having overcome a calf injury that has kept him on the sidel…
Ned Lester
19 May 2026, 21:24
Hurricanes rotate five heavy-hitters against Highlanders
Hurricanes head coach Clark Laidlaw has opted to rotate his squad against the Highlanders as his men prepare for the playoffs.
Ned Lester
19 May 2026, 21:00
'Saving the game in this country': Why Hurricanes must win Super Rugby Pacific
Ex-All Black Jeff Wilson believes the Hurricanes are providing the model example of how New Zealand should be playing the game in …
Ben Smith
19 May 2026, 17:42
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
'It's a waste of a spot': Ex-All Blacks on the case against Fineanganofo
Former All Blacks Stephen Donald, Jeff Wilson and Mils Muliaina unanimously agree that Hurricanes breakthrough winger Fehi Fineang…
Ben Smith
18 May 2026, 16:46
Opinion
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
