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'Got to find solutions': Reds loss raises area of concern for Chiefs

Clayton McMillan believes some good can come from the Chiefs' first loss of 2023.

Super Rugby recap: Hurricanes v Moana Pasifika

All the Super Rugby action between the Hurricanes and Moana Pasifika.

All Blacks great Bruce Robertson dies after long health battle

The world-class centre passed away at the age of 71 on Friday night.

World Cup dreams add bite to Blues-Crusaders derby

There will be plenty of key positional battles as players look to earn an All Blacks role.

Black Ferns Sevens claim 'unreal' title victory

The result caps off an historic year for the dynamic side.

Gregor Paul: The dark side of All Blacks’ new deal with Japan

OPINION: It seems it's all about the money for New Zealand Rugby.

Unbeaten Chiefs stunned by lowly rivals

The Chiefs’ unbeaten run has been broken by the unlikeliest of opponent.

'Tough, bumpy ride': Blues star eyes milestone amid uncertain All Blacks future

All Blacks blindside reflects on journey at the Blues as World Cup selection looms.

Phil Gifford: A text from Wayne Smith in response to All Black's outrage

I received an interesting text from Wayne Smith this week.

New Black Fern hoping to put opponents on their knees

Layla Sae has an extra challenge to keep her going hard in top matches.

All Blacks set for regular fixtures in Japan

Regular fixtures in Japan will be on the calendar between 2024 and 2027.

Gregor Paul: What rugby needs to fix ahead of the World Cup

OPINION: Wayne Smith will have struck a chord with many long-time rugby followers.

Government to change law so bars can open for Rugby World Cup

Similar amendments were made for the 2015 and 2019 tournaments.

Who misses out on World Cup? Scrap for All Blacks outside backs heats up

Incumbent All Blacks wings will be increasingly anxious as the squeeze comes on.

'Wokeness gone mad': Inside day one of First XV rugby media ban

The competition's new-fangled media ban still needs a scrum reset or two.

Chris Rattue: Wayne Smith is right, rugby is unwatchable

OPINION: Smith had specific complaints over the state of rugby - I’d go much further.

Gregor Paul: Moana Pasifika and Fijian Drua proving NZ Rugby right

OPINION: Super Rugby needs more New Zealand influence and less from Australia.

Focus Sport: Weekend sports results in 90 seconds

Bonnie Jansen gives you the rugby, cricket, netball and more in 90 seconds. Video / NZ Herald / Getty / Sky Sport / Michael Bradley