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Super Rugby power rankings: The champs find a little inspiration

The Crusaders appear to be back after they and the Blues delivered one of the best games of the season, writes Patrick McKendry.

Crusaders •Mon, Mar 20

Brumbies ready for Leali'ifano's emotional return to Canberra

Emotions will be high when Christian Leali'ifano returns to Canberra for the first time as a Moana Pasifika player to battle his former side on Saturday night.

Moana Pasifika •Fri, Mar 17

Super Rugby power rankings: How Fijian Drua humbled the champs

Competition newcomers are the week's big movers after beating the Crusaders in front of a frenzied crowd in Lautoka, writes Patrick McKendry.

Blues •Mon, Mar 13

Moana Pasifika let it slip despite late two-man advantage

The Force were down to 13 players at the finish in Perth, yet they beat their fellow competition strugglers with a late penalty.

Moana Pasifika •Sun, Mar 12

Analysis: The best and the rest already on show in Super Rugby

After only two rounds, Super Rugby Pacific already has established a familiar pecking order with the top six teams already standing out.

Blues •Fri, Mar 10

Super Rugby power rankings: Who's chasing the Chiefs?

Rugby writer Patrick McKendry runs the rule over the weekend's "super" action.

Blues •Mon, Mar 6

Chiefs score fastest-ever Super try in big win over Moana Pasifika

The Chiefs appeared to set the tone early when Rameka Poihipi crossed the line just nine seconds into the contest on his side's way to a 52-29 victory.

Chiefs •Sat, Mar 4

Drua pip Moana Pasifika in final minutes of Super Rugby thriller

The clash of the Pacific lived up to the hype with an exciting contest decided by a Taniela Rakuro try late in the match.

Moana Pasifika •Sat, Feb 25

Moana Pasifika dip into 'untapped talent' for 2023 squad

Head coach Aaron Mauger has named a 39-man squad for next year's campaign, including the signing of a 23-year-old powerhouse from World Rugby's Pacific Combine.

Moana Pasifika •November 22, 2022

Businessman charged with fraud over smuggling tobacco from Tonga

A 59-year-old Auckland was arrested this morning for his role in illegal tobacco smuggling from Tonga believed to total $1.8 million in avoided taxes.

Crime And Justice •November 17, 2022

'Most challenges ever' - How Moana Pasifika survived first season

Coach Aaron Mauger reflects on a Super Rugby schedule which saw his side play eight games in four weeks - and end with a famous victory.

Moana Pasifika •May 31, 2022

Opinion: Chiefs, Crusaders lurking, but Blues appear unstoppable

The best round of the Super Rugby Pacific season revealed plenty, including the Blues' will to win against the odds.

Blues •May 30, 2022

Analysis: How Moana Pasifika's upset win shakes up playoff mix

The Crusaders were eyeing a relatively comfortable potential semifinal against an Australian team but now they may have to face the Chiefs.

Moana Pasifika •May 29, 2022

Drua win historic Super Rugby clash against Moana Pasifika

The Fijian Drua came out on top against their Pacific brothers in a high-flying, hard-hitting afternoon of Super Rugby action.

Moana Pasifika •May 14, 2022

Moana Pasifika captain leads team hymn after heavy loss

In a video released by franchise, captain Christian Leali'ifano rallies his emotional teammates before singing and praying with them.

Moana Pasifika •April 13, 2022

Braces for Dawai, Marshall help Highlanders claim first win

The pair scored two tries each in the Southerners' 37-17 win over Moana Pasifika at home.

Highlanders •April 8, 2022

Caleb Clarke cops 3-week ban after 'reckless', 'dangerous' act

The Blues wing will miss crucial games against Chiefs, Crusaders and Fijian Drua after being found guilty at a judicial hearing.

Blues •April 7, 2022

Super Rugby red card blitz a 'one off', NZR refs boss says

National referee manager Bryce Lawrence said he wasn't concerned with the amount of sendoffs that have happened in recent matches.

Blues •April 6, 2022

Clarke to fight ban at hearing after red card controversy

Caleb Clarke was sent off for an ugly collision with Moana Pasifika's Tomasi Alosio during the Blues' Super Rugby win on Saturday.

Blues •April 5, 2022

Clarke’s red card clash with Alosio could have been far worse

Ireland forward CJ Stander's collision with South Africa's Pat Lambie was similar to Clarke's against Tomasi Alosio and had far-reaching consequences.

Blues •April 4, 2022

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Latest Stories

Super Rugby power rankings: The champs find a little inspiration

Brumbies ready for Leali'ifano's emotional return to Canberra

Super Rugby power rankings: How Fijian Drua humbled the champs

Moana Pasifika let it slip despite late two-man advantage

Analysis: The best and the rest already on show in Super Rugby

Super Rugby power rankings: Who's chasing the Chiefs?

Chiefs score fastest-ever Super try in big win over Moana Pasifika

Drua pip Moana Pasifika in final minutes of Super Rugby thriller

Moana Pasifika dip into 'untapped talent' for 2023 squad

Businessman charged with fraud over smuggling tobacco from Tonga

'Most challenges ever' - How Moana Pasifika survived first season

Opinion: Chiefs, Crusaders lurking, but Blues appear unstoppable

Analysis: How Moana Pasifika's upset win shakes up playoff mix

Drua win historic Super Rugby clash against Moana Pasifika

Moana Pasifika captain leads team hymn after heavy loss

Braces for Dawai, Marshall help Highlanders claim first win

Caleb Clarke cops 3-week ban after 'reckless', 'dangerous' act

Super Rugby red card blitz a 'one off', NZR refs boss says

Clarke to fight ban at hearing after red card controversy

Clarke’s red card clash with Alosio could have been far worse

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