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Rugby: Stakes high as top two do battle

If the Crusaders are serious about landing the top spot in Super Rugby's New Zealand conference then tonight's game against the Chiefs in Hamilton seems like the prime time to make their move.

Henry's misconduct charge

Sanzar has laid a misconduct complaint against Blues assistant coach Sir Graham Henry after he heavily criticised match officials following his side's loss to the Crusaders.

Rugby: Costly injury for Blues

The Blues have lost in-form blindside flanker Steven Luatua for their critical Super 15 clash with the Brumbies on Saturday.

Super 15 power rankings - Week 14

Rugby: Franks ruled out for Crusaders

Rugby: Rennie backs Henry as Crockett hits back

Chiefs coach Dave Rennie believes Sir Graham Henry made some good points in his blast at match officials.

Chiefs bring the smiles

Rugby: Dagg back starting for Crusaders

Fantasy Rugby wrap: Week 14

Rugby: Sharks end troublesome trip on a high

Sharks fullback Riaan Viljoen's 62nd-minute try gave his team a 23-13 win over the Western Force in Perth early yesterday, the Durban-based side's first victory on their four-match Super Rugby road trip.

Richard Loe: Expect more aerial rugby as the stakes get higher

Judging by what we saw on Friday night in Wellington, we are reaching the stage of the season when the rugby is going to tighten up and become a lot closer to test matches in terms of style, intensity and physicality.

Rugby: No thrills victory gives Chiefs champion look

When Dave Rennie inherited the Chiefs in September 2011, people weren't expecting him to work miracles. Now they expect his side to win every week.

Rugby: Classy Crusaders down Blues

The Blues must wonder if there is anything other than misery awaiting them in Christchurch. They haven't won their since 2004 and were never in anger of winning tonight.

Rugby: Blues get $4m boost from new investors

Investors have stumped up $4 million as part of their deal to run the Blues for the next seven years.

Rugby: Blues anchor fired up for showdown with Crusaders

Mealamu is heading into his 148th match of Super rugby after recovering from the latest strain on those piston calves which deliver such an explosive impact.

Rugby: Battle lines drawn for epic encounter

It's been nine years since the Blues travelled south and beat the Crusaders in their backyard. In that time the Crusaders have claimed three Super rugby titles, finished runners-up twice and lost four semifinals.

Rugby: Dagg's confidence level keeps him benched for yet another crucial match

The Crusaders coach said it would be unfair to throw the All Blacks fullback straight back into the fray when he was still struggling with his game.

Chiefs hold off Canes

If the Hurricanes somehow qualify for this year's Super Rugby playoffs it will be down to good luck and the results of others rather than their own doing.