Analysis: Suspicions remain – despite denials – that the ruck area is being refereed more leniently in Super Rugby, writes Patrick McKendry.
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The Moana Pasifika head coach distanced himself from a 1News report last week but was more forthcoming at Eden Park today.
Sun, Mar 15
Moana struggle with their discipline against rivals before head coach Tana Umaga drops big All Blacks hint.
The Moana Pasifika head coach has distanced himself from a story linking him to the All Blacks but had a lot more to say about his former franchise.
Thu, Mar 12
Dave Rennie's appointment gets the thumbs up from the Blues and All Blacks playmaker, who says he will soon be in talks with the new boss.
Wed, Mar 11
Beauden Barrett's quality in his first game back helped expose the Crusaders at Eden Park, writes sports reporter Patrick McKendry.
Mon, Mar 9
Winger Caleb Clarke showcased his class with a hattrick of tries as his team rolled the defending Super Rugby Pacific champions at Eden Park.
Sun, Mar 8
The Blues were in charge heading into the final quarter in Canberra but a yellow card for Stephen Perofeta proved costly.
Sun, Mar 1
The men from Canberra scored eight tries in thrashing the Crusaders in Christchurch - the first time they have won in the city since 2000.
Sun, Feb 22
A year out from the World Cup, Beauden, Scott and Jordie are under pressure to prove themselves all over again, writes Patrick McKendry.
Thu, Feb 19
Angus Ta'avao, who played for the Highlanders on Friday, wrote on social media that his son Leo has passed away.
Tue, Feb 17
The Chiefs and All Blacks lock illegally leaped over several defenders to score a disputed try in his team's narrow win.
He will be heading to France to play with Top 14 side Castres Olympique.
1News writer Patrick McKendry runs the rule over Super Rugby Pacific's opening round which featured a mixture of performances.
Sun, Feb 15
Dalton Papali'i did not see eye to eye with former All Blacks head coach Scott Robertson – but a change in personnel is unlikely to alter his plans.
Tue, Feb 10
There is no holding back the Blues skipper who occasionally sets off airport X-ray alarms due to the steel in his body.
Thu, Feb 5
Taylor said he was "gutted" for Scott Robertson but there was now an opportunity for a new head coach to reassert New Zealand's dominance.
Wed, Feb 4
The move rules the Blues head coach out of a role with the All Blacks following Scott Robertson's dismissal.
Tue, Jan 27
Wing Caleb Clarke is upskilling himself with the Aussie Rules team; a visit which will almost certainly improve his aerial game.
Wed, Jan 14
Caleb Clarke says he is finally ready to express himself on the field after his actions last December which resulted in a dangerous driving charge.
August 27, 2025
The Crusaders will have the honour of playing in the first competitive match at Te Kaha, with four other matches scheduled there for Anzac weekend.
August 11, 2025
The Blues hooker will lead his team to upcoming matches against a Japan XV in Tokyo and Scotland in Whangārei.
Te Ao Māori
June 24, 2025
The All Blacks star said "I've learned from my mistakes, and I'm committed to set a better example through my actions".
Crime and Justice
June 23, 2025
Analysis: The red and blacks have home advantage against the Chiefs but also a belief in a vastly improved defensive system, writes Patrick McKendry.
June 16, 2025
The Chiefs have lost the last two Super Rugby finals but believe they have the game to beat a Crusaders side who have never lost a home playoff match.
June 15, 2025
