Pulling power
The Crusaders have surprised the rugby world by making perhaps their highest profile signing ever.
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Case for the Crusader
David Havili is showcasing his wide-range of skills week after week and deserves an All Blacks call-up.
The waiting game
Dan Biggar feels he can do no more to put himself in position for a second Lions call-up on Thursday
Law and disorder
Three top coaches talk about the psychology and the pitfalls of the penalty count
Watershed moment
Alice Soper is thankful ahead of the landmark fixture between the Blues and Chiefs Women's teams.
Intellectual poverty
Fluid movement of players and coaches means intellectual property is always going to be tough to lock down.
Bringing the good times back
Leon Lloyd made 266 appearances for the Tigers and he's hopeful silverware is just around the corner for the next generation
Folk hero
Japan loose forward Kazuki Himeno has become another fan favourite at the Highlanders.
Slog or sidelines
There's no middle ground in Super Rugby Aotearoa this year - if you're not a seasoned pro, you're left right out.
Holding the fort
Leinster will have their work cut out to storm La Rochelle's barricades in the Champions Cup
Play it again, Sam
At 32 years of age, Crusaders lock Sam Whitelock is continuing to reach new levels in performance.
Blue is the coldest colour
Things appear to be unravelling at the Blues and this time, there are no ready made excuses.
