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Chris Rattue: The key sporting events to watch this weekend

The Manchester derby in the FA Cup final is a tantalising prospect.

The staggering cost of South Canterbury's Ranfurly Shield challenge

It would have been the third successive challenge for South Canterbury.

'Looking to set himself up': Jacobson on how Cane's call impacts Chiefs and ABs

'He’s pretty much achieved everything in New Zealand,' Jacobson said of Cane's call.

Crusaders CEO apologises to reporter for coach's foul-mouthed comment

'He’s a disgrace that c***. Who’s he?' Penney asked.

Listen: The prickly exchange between embattled Crusaders coach and reporter

With 10 losses this season, Penney took exception to the wording of a question.

Black Ferns name refreshed XV for Australia test

There have been seven changes to the starting side.

Downtown stadium: NZ Rugby feathers ruffled by CEO's backing

CEO backed proposed downtown stadium but some members of board were unaware

'You’ve got to go with your best player': Smith backs Savea for captaincy

The Highlanders great has praised Savea's leadership and emotional IQ.

All Blacks' comms boss quits; Top Newshub host's new plans

Media Insider: Big movements in the sports and business media worlds.

Back in blue? How Beauden Barrett could play rest of 2024 season

The table-topping Blues will need special dispensation to add All Black to their squad.

Professional players threaten split from NZ Rugby over governance structure

The matter will come to ahead at next week's special general meeting.

Team decide not to challenge for Ranfurly Shield, citing cost

Attempting to win the Log 'o Wood is usually a dream come true for rugby players.

'Something I can't control': All Black eyes opportunity after re-signing

'I can't control who the coaches pick and, for me, it's just about being able to perform.'

Rugby great Sid Going farewelled in Northland rain

About 1000 people turned out in the rain for the funeral of NZ legend 'Super Sid' Going.

First XV rugby wrap: Auckland powerhouses notch wins, national champs stunned

All the action from the weekend's schoolboy rugby.

'We didn't adjust': Allan Bunting's assessment after Black Ferns' historic loss

'Our ladies' intent was good, but [we] probably didn't adjust to the ref,' the coach said.

Sean Maitland's long rugby career comes to a close

The former Hamilton Boys' student retires after an illustrious rugby career.

Gregor Paul: Blues can't waste chance to end Crusaders' stuttering season

OPINION: Vern Cotter's side can put the champions out of their misery this week.