Rugby news and live scores
All Blacks

After the divorce: Five years of life without South Africa in Super Rugby
This year marks the five-year anniversary without the Springboks.

Gregor Paul: How NZ Rugby reached settlement with departing sponsor
It is believed Ineos has paid New Zealand Rugby what it owed for 2025.

The next ABs No 7? How Kirifi became NZ’s top breakdown operator
The Hurricanes captain is doing everything possible to grab the All Blacks jersey.
Black Ferns
Super Rugby

Blues outlast Hurricanes for first win since round three
The Blues banked a 19-18 win in a physical encounter.

Crusaders earn first win in Fiji against Drua
The Crusaders made a fast start to beat the Fijian Drua.
Rugby video
Sports news

Michael Burgess: The big questions over Eden Park’s future
As it stands, two of three biggest teams in this city have no interest in using Eden Park.

Alex Powell: The biggest threat to Lawson's Red Bull future reveals itself
OPINION: What we learned from the Japanese Grand Prix at Suzuka.

Football Ferns matches cancelled due to unsafe pitch conditions
Interim coach Michael Mayne lost a key opportunity to prove his suitability.
More Rugby news

Gregor Paul: How NZ Rugby reached settlement with departing sponsor
It is believed Ineos has paid New Zealand Rugby what it owed for 2025.

The next ABs No 7? How Kirifi became NZ’s top breakdown operator
The Hurricanes captain is doing everything possible to grab the All Blacks jersey.

Gregor Paul: The All Blacks star who must shrug off ‘enigma’ tag
OPINION: McKenzie has spent 11 seasons trying to fit into the All Blacks puzzle.

Rampant Hurricanes race to record win over Waratahs
The Hurricanes attack has exploded to life in a nine-try dismantling of the Waratahs.

Gregor Paul: Eden Park decision is bad news for All Blacks fans
NZ Rugby supports the Quay Park bid, preferring a modern venue for the national team.

Elliott Smith: Why I was wrong about Rob Penney and the Crusaders
OPINION: Penney’s consistent selections and fewer injuries have stabilised the team.