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Israel Folau's return to test rugby confirmed
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Elliott Smith: The biggest shame about Christchurch's stadium farce
We still only have artistic renders of what a new stadium might look, which is a disgrace.
Blues make mass changes: Rising cricket star handed first Super Rugby start
Leon MacDonald said cross-code rising star Jock McKenzie has a big future.
Heartbreak for Aotea Rugby Premiers at Dannevirke
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Liam Napier: The two barriers delaying a new world test rugby competition
Hurdles remain to the biggest overhaul in test rugby since the dawn of professionalism.
Rugby Direct podcast: The problem with Super Rugby's playoffs structure
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Gregor Paul: The NZ rugby 'weakness' giving the North an advantage
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Good and bad news: Blues star in race against time after injury
There is good and bad news for in-form Blues finisher Caleb Clarke.
Chris Rattue: The All Blacks danger sign in Blues' victory
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Kiwis v Kiwis: How the Super Rugby quarters are looking
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Phil Gifford: Six talking points from Super Rugby Pacific
The new Blues, the brilliant Barretts and Sam Cane's injury scare highlighted this round.
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The Black Ferns Sevens have finished their brief season on a high with victory.
Moment of madness: Twist in playoff race after Highlanders star sent off
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'Bitterly disappointed': All Blacks star in tears after injury
Caleb Clarke was forced from the pitch 53 minutes into the match against the Brumbies.
Gregor Paul: 'Preposterous' RTS making stunning progress
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Paul Lewis: Why Foster will soon make his most fascinating selection
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Drop goal drama! Barrett the last-gasp hero as Blues seal top spot
The Blues gritted their teeth to snatch an improbable injury-time victory.