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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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
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
22 May 2026, 1:53
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
'There's no way': Ex-All Black shuts down Beauden Barrett versus Josh Jacomb debate
Former All Blacks Jeff Wilson and Mils Muliaina have debated the possibility that Blues first five Beauden Barrett loses his place…
Ben Smith
19 May 2026, 15:21
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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What to do with Beauden Barrett as Blues hit post-championship free fall
The Blues are clearly in trouble on the post-championship fall despite being third on the ladder. They were hammered 47-24 by the …
Ben Smith
17 May 2026, 19:12
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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
Vern Cotter on Blues rookie: 'I think Dave Rennie was probably looking at him'
Blues rookie Malachi Wrampling produced another powerful performance in a tough round 14 loss to the ladder-leading Hurricanes, wi…
Ned Lester
16 May 2026, 5:08
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Blues vs Hurricanes takes: A clear number one, Beauden-ball hurting Blues
The Cane-train rolled through Eden Park as the centrepiece of round 14 in Super Rugby Pacific, and while there were speed bumps, t…
Ned Lester
16 May 2026, 3:07
Fineanganofo equals Super Rugby record as Hurricanes power past Blues
Newcastle-bound winger Fehi Fineanganofo equalled the Super Rugby try-scoring season record as the Hurricanes powered past the Blu…
Finn Morton
16 May 2026, 1:50
