RugbyPass - Tries of the Weekend
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Still got the Blues
There used to be a saying in New Zealand rugby that went, “when Auckland rugby’s strong, NZ rugby’s strong”. These days if…
Martin Devlin
04 Jun 2017, 21:59
Perofeta snatches victory for Blues in Samoa
After two games without a win, the Blues picked up a much-needed victory over the Reds thanks to Stephen Perofeta's late try.
Alex Fisher
04 Jun 2017, 5:48
Remarkable injury-time Hunt drop-goal keeps Crusaders rolling on
After going through 18 phases in injury time, Crusaders stayed perfect in Super Rugby thanks to Mitchell Hunt's mammoth drop-goal.
Harry West
03 Jun 2017, 13:26
WATCH: What Goes On Tour with the British & Irish Lions Visit to Whangarei Boys High School
And we're off! The 2017 British & Irish Lions tour of New Zealand is officially underway, with the team traveling to the town of W…
Sam Smith
02 Jun 2017, 10:37
McKellar to replace Larkham as Brumbies head coach
With Stephen Larkham departing, Brumbies named Dan McKellar as their head coach.
Dejan Kalinic
02 Jun 2017, 2:54
Pro12 and Cheetahs yet to confirm report that 'formal invitation' sent to join competition
Both the Pro12 and the Cheetahs are yet to officially confirm a report this afternoon that the European based competition has issu…
Ian Cameron
01 Jun 2017, 13:02
Super Rugby Oracle: All the picks for Round 15
Paul Neazor
31 May 2017, 22:08
Super Rugby Power Rankings: It's the finals countdown
With the playoff teams all but locked in already, it's time to focus on the teams still jockeying for position. Here are Scotty St…
Scotty Stevenson
31 May 2017, 18:55
Why Lions' coach Ackermann is wrong on red cards
Taking red card sanction out of the game would turn rugby into a lawless free-for-all, writes James Harrington
James Harrington
31 May 2017, 16:08
Red card earns Coetzee a five-week ban
Robbie Coetzee will miss the Lions' next Super Rugby match after being handed a five-week suspension for his red card on Sunday.
Alex Fisher
29 May 2017, 17:10
Gauging the motivation levels of the Super Rugby sides playing the Lions
Just how fired up will each of New Zealand's Super Rugby sides be for their matches against the British & Irish Lions next month? …
Jamie Wall
28 May 2017, 23:29
Happy birthday to Jaguardo, Super Rugby's best mascot
On behalf of everyone at Rugby Pass: Feliz cumpleaños, Jaguardo!
Mascots from around the Super Rugby universe are coming toget…
Calum Henderson
28 May 2017, 16:01
Weekend round-up: Hail to the Chiefs
The Aviva Premiership final lived up to its billing – in fact, it was probably the game of the season – while the Top 14 semis…
RugbyPass
28 May 2017, 15:27
VIDEO: Lions rampant despite this Coetzee red card for knee to the head
Robbie Coetzee was sent-off after 30 minutes as Lions beat Southern Kings 54-10 to extend their winning streak to 10 Super Rugby m…
Stephen Creek
28 May 2017, 14:46
Sharks battle past Stormers, Hurricanes hold on
Sharks overcame Stormers in their Super Rugby derby as Hurricanes claimed a win that came at a cost on Saturday.
Johan Deysel, …
Dejan Kalinic
27 May 2017, 22:14
Crusaders crush Rebels, Highlanders down Waratahs
Crusaders have now won 13 out of 13 Super Rugby games this season, matching a run achieved by the 2002 championship-winning side.
Peter Thompson
27 May 2017, 10:40
Chiefs thwart Blues in Eden Park draw, Force see off Reds
Blues' hopes of reaching the Super Rugby play-offs suffered a blow when they were held to a first ever draw against Chiefs, while …
Peter Thompson
26 May 2017, 17:32
Former All Blacks coach Mitchell joins Bulls
Bulls announced the appointment of experienced coach John Mitchell as executive of rugby.
Dejan Kalinic
26 May 2017, 3:55
Super Rugby Oracle: All the picks for Round 14
Paul Neazor
24 May 2017, 21:46
Super Rugby Round 14 - Live Match Centre
Follow round 14 of Super Rugby from anywhere at anytime with live commentary as well as up to the minute statistics on anything an…
RugbyPass
24 May 2017, 20:46
Super Rugby Power Rankings: More heart than an 80s mixtape
Scotty Stevenson loved what he saw in the Highlanders destruction of the Force... but was it enough to bump them up this week's po…
Scotty Stevenson
24 May 2017, 19:57
VIDEO: Coach Cam footage reveals Michael Hooper at his very best
Fox Sports Australia have been outstanding in advancing both Mic'd players and Coach Cam segments in Rugby Union, and there was an…
Ian Cameron
24 May 2017, 14:18
Australia coach Cheika hails retiring Wallaby Mumm
Australia lock Dean Mumm has announced he will retire from rugby at the end of the year, earning praise from Wallabies coach Miche…
Alex Fisher
24 May 2017, 11:14
Rugby Pass Podcast: The coaching secrets of the Crusaders' Scott Robertson (+ transcript)
Scott 'Razor' Robertson took the reins as the Crusaders head coach at the end of last season. So far his Super Rugby coaching reco…
RugbyPass
23 May 2017, 22:36
What was Jaco van Heerden thinking? The weirdest refereeing performance of the Super Rugby season
Remember back at the start of the year when World Rugby decided to crack down on high tackles? If you do, you’re doing better th…
Jamie Wall
21 May 2017, 22:21
Treeby suspended for three weeks after Francis tackle
Stormers will be without Shaun Treeby for three weeks after he was suspended for a high challenge on Blues fly-half Piers Francis.
RugbyPass
21 May 2017, 8:26
Rebels routed by clinical Waratahs
Israel Folau scored two of the Waratahs' eight tries in an ultimately convincing win over Melbourne Rebels at Allianz Stadium.
Christopher Devine
21 May 2017, 4:20
Jantjies stars as Lions advance along Easy Street
Elton Jantjies played a starring role as Lions extended their Super Rugby winning streak to nine matches with a 51-14 mauling of B…
Tom Webber
20 May 2017, 17:34
Aso shines as Canes thrash sorry Cheetahs
The Hurricanes ran in nine tries against the hapless Cheetahs to get their Super Rugby campaign back to winning ways.
Alex Fisher
20 May 2017, 10:31
Treeby cited over Francis incident
Stormers could be without Shaun Treeby after he was cited by Super Rugby for a high challenge on Blues fly-half Piers Francis.
RugbyPass
20 May 2017, 6:31
VIDEO: Eben Etzebeth and Sonny Bill Williams get acquainted
Eben Etzebeth has never been one to shy away from contact, and the big Stormers lock and Sonny Bill Williams enjoyed a brief hand …
Ian Cameron
20 May 2017, 5:33
Umaga bemoans referee leniency after Treeby tackle
Tana Umaga bemoaned the leniency of referee Jaco van Heerden and TMO Shaun Veldsman after Shaun Treeby escaped a yellow card for a…
RugbyPass
20 May 2017, 4:10
Stormers rally to see off Blues
Blues' Super Rugby campaign suffered a major setback as they gave up the lead to lose away to Stormers in Cape Town.
Iain Strachan
19 May 2017, 15:36
Furious Rebels reiterate defiant position over Super Rugby cull
With no decision forthcoming, Melbourne Rebels have again slammed the ARU over its plans to possibly cut them from Super Rugby.
Harry West
19 May 2017, 6:37
All-conquering Crusaders beat Chiefs to maintain perfect record
Richie Mo'unga scored 16 points from the tee as Crusaders made it 12 Super Rugby wins out of 12 in Fiji.
Peter Thompson
19 May 2017, 6:22
South Africa cannot support six rugby franchises, so why is Mark Alexander trying?
SA Rugby is in talks with organisers of 'international competitions' in a bid to keep all six major rugby franchises. James Harrin…
James Harrington
18 May 2017, 13:16
WATCH: Waisake Naholo's kid brother Kini scores 6 tries in one half of rugby
Kini Naholo - the younger brother of All Black and Highlander winger Waisake - proves that rugby ability clearly runs in the fa…
RugbyPass
18 May 2017, 8:03
Super Rugby Oracle: All the picks for Round 13
Our Super Rugby stats guru offers his tips for the weekend’s games.
Paul Neazor
18 May 2017, 7:57
Super Rugby Power Rankings: The Kings bandwagon is gaining steam
1. Crusaders (up 1)
I am a man of my word. Last week I suggested the Crusaders were "the only team you would actually back righ…
Scotty Stevenson
17 May 2017, 7:38
Bring back the mud: Super Rugby's unofficial 1970s throwback round
The rare sight of players head-to-toe in mud warmed the cockles of Jamie Wall's heart in a weekend full of oddly old-fashioned rug…
Jamie Wall
15 May 2017, 10:35
Forget eligibility rules, Super Rugby can plug PI player drain - Dan Leo
World Rugby's changes to Regulation 8 will do little to stop the plunder of the Pacific Islands' player stocks, ex-Samoa captain D…
James Harrington
15 May 2017, 9:44
New deals for All Blacks Lienert-Brown and Harris
Anton Lienert-Brown and Nathan Harris have signed contracts until 2020 and 2019 respectively.
Jack Davies
15 May 2017, 6:41
Western Force upset Jaguares, Southern Kings win all-South African affair
It was a landmark result for Australian Super Rugby as Western Force upstaged Jaguares, while Southern Kings trumped Sharks in an …
Iain Strachan
13 May 2017, 20:28
Crusaders stay perfect with win over Hurricanes, Highlanders march on
Crusaders maintained their perfect Super Rugby record this season by winning a fiercely contested battle with Hurricanes 20-12 at …
Peter Thompson
13 May 2017, 11:37
Blues brothers down struggling Cheetahs
Brothers Rieko and Akira Ioane shared three tries as the Blues ran riot over a beleaguered Cheetahs side at Eden Park on Friday, t…
Alex Fisher
12 May 2017, 8:10
Outgoing Storm star Cronk rules out rugby union switch
Waratahs fans hoping to see Cooper Cronk in Super Rugby next season had their hopes dashed after the Melbourne Storm star dismisse…
Sacha Pisani
11 May 2017, 23:26
Super Rugby Power Rankings: The Waratahs have more problems than a maths exam
Who's hot and who's most certainly not in the world Super Rugby at the moment? Read all about it in Scotty Stevenson's weekly powe…
Scotty Stevenson
11 May 2017, 16:45
Waratahs reject Cronk code-switch claims
Signing rugby league star Cooper Cronk is not a priority for Super Rugby's Waratahs, according to chief executive Andrew Hore.
Peter Thompson
11 May 2017, 5:01
An unauthorized history of the Crusaders vs Hurricanes rivalry
To get ready for the weekend's big Super Rugby showdown, Jamie Wall takes a look back at some of the best (and worst) Crusaders vs…
Jamie Wall
10 May 2017, 22:05
Super Rugby Oracle: All the picks for Round 12
Our Super Rugby stats guru offers his tips for the weekend’s games.
Paul Neazor
10 May 2017, 21:56
Cheika backs Waratahs-linked Cronk for code-crossing success
Waratahs have been linked with a code-switching move for Melbourne Storm half-back Cooper Cronk and Australia coach Michael Cheika…
Tom Webber
10 May 2017, 17:15
Kiwis Abroad - Best New Zealand Squad Playing in Europe
Given the overflow of talent in New Zealand, as well as the money on offer in Europe, many Kiwis head north to ply their trade. Wh…
Connor Whittick
09 May 2017, 3:26
'Tenacious' De Klerk set to join Sale
Sale Sharks have moved swiftly to replace the retiring Mike Phillips, with Faf de Klerk to join from Lions on a three-year deal.
Harry West
08 May 2017, 7:44
The moment we finally hit Peak Super Rugby
Between Beauden Barrett's defensive cross-kick and the Highlanders' three-tries-in-five-minutes comeback, Super Rugby was at its m…
Jamie Wall
07 May 2017, 21:43
Jaguares end four-game slump with victory over Sunwolves
Jaguares rallied to outlast Japanese visitors Sunwolves in Buenos Aires on Saturday.
Sacha Pisani
06 May 2017, 21:14
Ten the magic number for Crusaders after annihilation of Bulls
There appears to be no stopping Crusaders, who ran in 10 tries in Saturday's 62-24 walloping of Bulls to make it 10 from 10 in Sup…
Harry West
06 May 2017, 13:59
Lions and Chiefs power to dominant victories
Lions and Chiefs both earned easy bonus-point wins in Super Rugby on Saturday, but it was not all plain sailing for Blues.
Nicholas McGee
06 May 2017, 9:07
Charlie Ngatai is Back
Charlie Ngatai made his comeback tonight following 12 painful months on the sidelines. It's almost a year to the day since he suff…
Fred Culazzo
06 May 2017, 5:20
Broken thumb leaves All Blacks' Squire a doubt for Lions opener
Liam Squire faces a race against time to be fit for the All Blacks' opener with the British and Irish Lions after breaking his thu…
Nicholas McGee
06 May 2017, 4:46
Highlanders stun Cheetahs with epic comeback
A scarcely believable finish saw Highlanders leave Cheetahs shell-shocked in Bloemfontein.
Peter Hanson
05 May 2017, 15:30
Barrett brothers help Hurricanes extend Stormers' losing run
Stormers suffered their fourth straight Super Rugby loss, brothers Beauden and Jordie Barrett helping Hurricanes to victory.
Nicholas McGee
05 May 2017, 6:08
Super Rugby Oracle: All the picks for Round 11
Our Super Rugby stats guru offers his tips for the weekend’s games.
Another 6/8 week in Round 10. The Reds ruined the Oracle'…
Paul Neazor
04 May 2017, 19:20
Where were you the day Andrew Mehrtens flipped the bird at the Loftus crowd
Jamie Wall looks back on the infamous Andrew Mehtrens middle finger incident of 1999.
Jamie Wall
04 May 2017, 19:16
Super Rugby Power Rankings: The rediscovered genius of Aaron Smith
The Highlanders beat the Stormers by a record margin and the Crusaders are 9-0 but they still can't crack the top spot of Scotty S…
Scotty Stevenson
04 May 2017, 18:43
WATCH: April's Tries Of The Month
After a superb Six Nations, April was always going to be a struggle. Thankfully we had the European Champions Cup, Super Rugby, To…
Fred Culazzo
04 May 2017, 1:52
Hurricanes baffled by Coles concussion symptoms
Chris Boyd has revealed Hurricanes have no idea how captain Dane Coles has come to be suffering from symptoms of concussion.
Th…
Peter Thompson
03 May 2017, 10:42
How Europe can make Super Rugby great again
Super Rugby could do worse than follow the successful European Champions Cup model, writes James Harrington
On the whole, south…
James Harrington
02 May 2017, 12:56
Milner-Skudder could 'pencil in' Chiefs match for comeback
New Zealand full-back Nehe Milner-Skudder is optimistic he will be fit before the start of the British and Irish Lions series and …
Peter Thompson
02 May 2017, 10:16
Matt Duffie was dead set robbed by the TMO
Let us take a moment to appreciate a cool try that was stolen from us, and will soon be forgotten forever.
On a crisp Sunday af…
Calum Henderson
02 May 2017, 1:06
Mauger set for Highlanders role
Highlanders have appointed former Leicester Tigers interim boss Aaron Mauger as assistant coach for the next two Super Rugby seaso…
Peter Thompson
01 May 2017, 10:28
Whitelock hit with two-week ban for striking
Sam Whitelock has been banned for a fortnight after the lock was charged with striking during Crusaders' Super Rugby win over Chee…
Peter Thompson
01 May 2017, 10:09
Boom! Prinsloo to Bulls a done deal
Loose forward Boom Prinsloo has agreed a two-year deal with Bulls after leaving Cheetahs.
Iain Strachan
01 May 2017, 6:53
Taulagi given five-week ban for dangerous tackle
Jamie-Jerry Taulagi will be out until the Sunwolves' last three games of the Super Rugby season after he was banned for five weeks…
Matthew Scott
01 May 2017, 4:42
WATCH: Damian McKenzie v Sunwolves
The Chiefs v Sunwolves match wasn't exactly a thrilling spectacle, but that didn't stop Damian McKenzie from putting on another st…
RugbyPass
30 Apr 2017, 20:38
VIDEO: Elton Jantjies Sublime Step & Try
The Lions have been the most successful South African franchise over the past two seasons and a lot of it is down to the attacking…
RugbyPass
29 Apr 2017, 22:38
Back-to-back hat-tricks for Bridge but Read injury mars Crusaders' day
George Bridge scored his second successive hat-trick as Crusaders maintained their perfect record in Super Rugby, but Kieran Read'…
Harry West
29 Apr 2017, 18:36
Lions maintain fine form, Chiefs pushed by Sunwolves
There were Super Rugby wins for Lions, Chiefs and Waratahs on Saturday, although all three were pushed in hard-fought battles.
Christopher Devine
29 Apr 2017, 10:53
Nine-try Highlanders thump Stormers
Highlanders put Stormers to the sword in Dunedin, running in five tries in the first half and four in the second.
Peter Thompson
28 Apr 2017, 6:12
Saracens seize Day from Rebels
Mark McCall says Dominic Day will be a "fine addition" to the Saracens squad after the lock agreed a two-year deal.
Peter Thompson
28 Apr 2017, 5:38
WATCH: The Barrett Bolter that the ABs need
June 24th is rapidly approaching, so naturally it's time for all of us armchair selectors to start picking our All Blacks squad.
…
RugbyPass
28 Apr 2017, 3:45
Super Rugby Power Rankings: The Hurricanes are having a laugh
It's tight at the top and deeply, deeply depressing at the bottom of Scotty Stevenson's power rankings this week.
1. Hurricanes…
Scotty Stevenson
27 Apr 2017, 19:06
Kaino expected to face Lions despite knee surgery
Jerome Kaino will be out for up to six weeks after suffering a slight meniscus tear, which requires surgery.
Peter Thompson
27 Apr 2017, 5:18
Super Rugby Oracle: All the picks for Round 10
Super Rugby stats guru Paul Neazor offers his tips for the weekend’s games.
Congratulations to the Southern Kings on beating …
Paul Neazor
26 Apr 2017, 18:57
We're halfway through the Super Rugby season – so what have we learned so far?
In the immortal words on Jon Bon Jovi: Whoa, we're halfway there. Jamie Wall recaps what we've learned from the first half of the …
Jamie Wall
25 Apr 2017, 21:08
This week's biggest matches to watch on Rugby Pass
The end of the season is nigh in the Aviva Premiership and Top 14 – and the possibilities and permutations are almost endless. M…
RugbyPass
25 Apr 2017, 10:19
Sharks centre Esterhuizen hit with six-week ban
Sharks centre Andre Esterhuizen has been banned for six weeks for a dangerous tackle on Rebels wing Sefa Naivalu at Kings Park on …
Peter Thompson
24 Apr 2017, 6:39
Hodge rescues Rebels at Sharks, Bulls beat Cheetahs
Reece Hodge scored a penalty with the last kick of the game to salvage a 9-9 draw for the Rebels at the Sharks in a Super Rugby co…
Peter Thompson
22 Apr 2017, 17:19
Bridge hat-trick and Read double keep Crusaders perfect
George Bridge scored a hat-trick and New Zealand captain Kieran Read ran in two tries as Crusaders maintained their 100 per cent S…
Tom Webber
22 Apr 2017, 7:58
Lions leave it late to tame Jaguares
Elton Jantjies scored the winning penalty for the Lions in a 24-21 Super Rugby win against the Jaguares.
Jack Davies
21 Apr 2017, 15:42
Aso & Barrett excel in Hurricanes' comeback win
Vince Aso's hat-trick propelled reigning Super Rugby champions Hurricanes from behind to thump Brumbies 56-21, but Beauden Barrett…
Tom Webber
21 Apr 2017, 8:42
Bulls and Springboks fly-half Pollard suffers another injury blow
Luckless Bulls fly-half Handre Pollard has been ruled out for up to 10 weeks after damaging his ankle in training on Thursday.
…
Peter Thompson
20 Apr 2017, 10:59
Super Rugby Oracle: All the picks for Round 9
Super Rugby stats guru Paul Neazor offers his tips for the weekend's games.
A couple of curly results – who saw the Rebels wi…
Paul Neazor
19 Apr 2017, 22:24
All Black Coles closing in on Hurricanes return
Hurricanes head coach Chris Boyd would be "pretty surprised" if captain Dane Coles does not make his comeback against Stormers on …
Peter Thompson
19 Apr 2017, 6:34
Japanese artist paints Sunwolves as fat rugby-playing penguins
These are the best works of rugby art the world has ever seen.
On their way to play the Crusaders in Christchurch last week, th…
Calum Henderson
18 Apr 2017, 21:52
Five of the best Dillyn Leyds moments
You've probably seen his behind-the-back offload already, but the Stormers utility has always had a knack for outrageous highlight…
Jamie Wall
18 Apr 2017, 18:39
Australia star Fardy slams SANZAAR as 'faceless men in suits'
Australia international Scott Fardy has labelled Super Rugby's governing body SANZAAR as "faceless men in suits" following the dec…
Peter Hanson
18 Apr 2017, 10:35
Harlequins legend Evans to retire
Nick Evans is to bring the curtain down on his career at the end of Harlequins' current Premiership campaign.
Jack Davies
18 Apr 2017, 6:19
Henry questions 'suicidal' Lions schedule
Graham Henry believes the British and Irish Lions could pay the price for a "suicidal" schedule on their tour to New Zealand.
W…
Peter Thompson
18 Apr 2017, 6:13
All Black Squire commits to Highlanders
Liam Squire has been linked with a move to France, but the New Zealand international has opted to remain with Highlanders.
Peter Thompson
18 Apr 2017, 4:03
Wallabies star Drew Mitchell to retire
Only two players have scored more Rugby World Cup tries than Australia's Drew Mitchell, who is set to end his illustrious career.
Christopher Devine
17 Apr 2017, 7:10
Timani hit with four-week ban for kicking
Rebels must do without Australia number eight Lopeti Timani for a month following his indiscipline in their long-awaited win.
Peter Thompson
16 Apr 2017, 7:23
Lions make statement by ending Stormers run, Chiefs comeback shocks Cheetahs
Lions made an emphatic statement in Super Rugby by ending Stormers' unbeaten start to the season in a 29-16 victory against their …
Peter Hanson
15 Apr 2017, 16:22
Defiant Rebels shock Brumbies, Barrett inspires Hurricanes win
The beleaguered Melbourne Rebels ended their wait for a first Super Rugby win of the season with a stunning 19-17 derby victory ov…
Peter Thompson
15 Apr 2017, 9:38
Boyd: Milner-Skudder could miss Lions series
Chris Boyd thinks the Lions tour could come too soon for injured full-back Nehe Milner-Skudder.
Peter Thompson
15 Apr 2017, 4:35
Mataele stars as Crockett makes history in Crusaders rout
Manasa Mataele claimed a first-half hat-trick and Kieran Read scored on his return as eight-try Crusaders thrashed Sunwolves 50-3 …
Peter Thompson
14 Apr 2017, 7:19
Rebels slam ARU, plan legal action over Super Rugby cull
Melbourne Rebels have angrily hit back at suggestions that they could be cut from Super Rugby and threatened to sue the Australian…
Matthew Scott
14 Apr 2017, 7:12
Folau remains Cheika's first-choice full-back
Israel Folau has not been operating at the peak of his powers for Waratahs, but Michael Cheika has backed the explosive back.
Peter Thompson
14 Apr 2017, 4:16
Echoes of Racing-Stade merger in Western Force's fight for Super Rugby survival
There is something familiar about Western Force's fight for Super Rugby survival following SANZAAR's decision to cull three franch…
James Harrington
13 Apr 2017, 19:54
The legend of Wyatt Crockett, Super Rugby's quiet record-breaker
Wyatt Crockett does not seem the most obvious man to set a new Super Rugby appearance record. But on Friday night, against the Sun…
Scotty Stevenson
12 Apr 2017, 18:35
Sonny Bill Williams allowed to cover Super Rugby shirt sponsors
New Zealand Rugby have granted Sonny Bill Williams permission to cover some sponsors on his Blues Super Rugby shirt.
Alex Fisher
12 Apr 2017, 7:44
Super Rugby right to cull numbers - White
SANZAAR's changes to Super Rugby from 2018 will produce a more competitive competition, according to Jake White.
Alex Fisher
12 Apr 2017, 4:39
Crusaders welcome back Read for historic Sunwolves clash
Crusaders have named New Zealand captain Kieran Read in their starting XV for the first time this Super Rugby season.
Alex Fisher
12 Apr 2017, 3:50
Super Rugby Oracle: All the picks for Round 8
Super Rugby stats guru Paul Neazor offers his tips for the Easter weekend.
The Sunwolves' unforeseen triumph over the Bulls in …
Paul Neazor
11 Apr 2017, 18:11
ARU delays Super Rugby decision
The Australian Rugby Union (ARU) has backed down from its initial timeline of 48-72 hours to decide which Super Rugby team will be…
Dejan Kalinic
11 Apr 2017, 0:10
Matt Hodgson: The beating heart behind the business case
Matt Hodgson has never taken a backwards step on a rugby field. With the future of the Western Force now hanging in the balance, h…
Scotty Stevenson
10 Apr 2017, 17:09
Trans-Tasman league talk 'rejected by New Zealand'
New Zealand Rugby Union rejected the suggestion of a new trans-Tasman league to save all five Australian Super Rugby teams.
Nicholas McGee
10 Apr 2017, 8:10
Western Force slam ARU as Super Rugby place hangs in balance
With the Super Rugby axe hovering over Western Force, the club hit out at the Australian Rugby Union.
Nicholas McGee
10 Apr 2017, 7:36
Barrett free to face Blues after red card
Beauden Barrett is free to face Blues after his red card against Waratahs was deemed to be sufficient punishment.
Nicholas McGee
10 Apr 2017, 6:33
Force, Rebels facing Super Rugby axe
Either Melbourne Rebels or Western Force will be axed from Super Rugby, it has been confirmed.
Dejan Kalinic
09 Apr 2017, 21:08
June deadline as South Africa prepares to cut Super Rugby franchises
South African rugby has become "diluted" with six teams in Super Rugby and the revamped format for 2018 could bring greater qualit…
Alex Fisher
09 Apr 2017, 14:13
Emotional Hodgson fears for Australian rugby union with Force under threat
Tearful captain Matt Hodgson said Sunday was a dark day for Australian rugby union and "we live each day like it's our last" with …
Peter Thompson
09 Apr 2017, 8:20
Force beat Kings in try-fest with futures under threat
Both Western Force and Southern Kings could be removed from Super Rugby, but that did not stop them putting on a show in Perth.
Nicholas McGee
09 Apr 2017, 7:08
BREAKING NEWS: Super Rugby to revert to 15-team format
Only 15 teams will compete in Super Rugby from 2018, SANZAAR has announced.
Nicholas McGee
09 Apr 2017, 4:21
Super Rugby Restructured to 15 Teams from 2018
SANZAAR has announced that the Super Rugby tournament has been restructured and will kick-off in 2018 with a three conference, 15-…
RugbyPass
09 Apr 2017, 4:07
Stormers gain Chiefs revenge to stay perfect
Stormers gained a measure of revenge of for last season's humiliating play-off defeat by maintaining their 100 per cent start to t…
Peter Hanson
08 Apr 2017, 13:55
Sunwolves claim long-awaited Super Rugby win, Brumbies crush Reds
Sunwolves finally ended their barren Super Rugby run by seeing off Bulls, while Brumbies hammered Reds and Highlanders beat Blues.
Peter Thompson
08 Apr 2017, 9:08
First-half Hurricanes blitz blows Waratahs away
The Hurricanes ran in five first-half tries on their way to claiming a 38-28 Super Rugby victory over the Waratahs on Friday.
N…
Jack Davies
07 Apr 2017, 8:42
Super Rugby Oracle: All the picks for Round 7
Super Rugby stats guru Paul Neazor offers his tips for Round 7.
After flirting with perfection for the previous two rounds the …
Paul Neazor
06 Apr 2017, 18:48
Sonny Bill Williams set for long-awaited Blues bow
After eight months on the sidelines recuperating a torn Achilles tendon, Sonny Bill Williams will make his Blues debut on Saturday…
Matthew Scott
06 Apr 2017, 4:15
Why the Gordon Hunter Memorial Trophy is a special piece of New Zealand rugby silverware
Gordon Hunter was a detective – a very good one according to everyone who worked with him and not a few who were put away by him…
Scotty Stevenson
05 Apr 2017, 21:34
Some important news from the Blues press conference
The Blues have announced their side to play the Highlanders this weekend. We bring you the main talking points from this morning�…
RugbyPass
05 Apr 2017, 18:59
Foley to make Waratahs return after concussion rest
Bernard Foley will return to the Waratahs' starting XV against Hurricanes in Friday's Super Rugby clash after recovering from conc…
Matthew Scott
05 Apr 2017, 5:24
Fantasy Rugger Round 7 - South Africa
After all the love for the Australian’s in Round Six, it’s only right that we take a look at the other nation under pressure. …
RugbyPass
05 Apr 2017, 4:38
Australian teams have New Zealand inferiority complex, says Kafer
Australian sides suffer from a "self-perpetuating" inferiority complex in comparison to their New Zealand counterparts in Super Ru…
Tom Webber
04 Apr 2017, 5:10
Five retro Super Rugby jerseys that need to be brought back
Super Rugby is now old enough for the retro jersey to be a viable option. Here are five classic designs that deserve a second life…
Calum Henderson
02 Apr 2017, 23:59
Anything Aaron Smith can do, TJ Perenara can do too – including change the ref's mind
Convincing a referee to change his mind was long thought to be impossible, but on Saturday TJ Perenara became the second lippy New…
Jamie Wall
02 Apr 2017, 21:04
Four-week ban for Chiefs back Fa'auli
A dangerous tackle on Jan Serfontein means Johnny Fa'auli will miss matches against Stormers, Cheetahs, Western Force and Sunwolve…
Christopher Devine
02 Apr 2017, 10:13
Crusaders extend 100 per cent start with bonus-point win at Waratahs
Crusaders extended their 100 per cent start to the Super Rugby season to six matches with an impressive 41-22 bonus-point victory …
Tom Webber
02 Apr 2017, 4:27
Notshe hat-trick keeps Stormers rolling, Kriel wins it late for Lions
Stormers maintain a perfect Super Rugby record as Sikhumbuzo Notshe grabs a treble in victory over Cheetahs, while Kriel wins it f…
Alex Fisher
01 Apr 2017, 13:49
Chiefs battle back to stay perfect, Hurricanes beat improved Reds
Chiefs remain unbeaten in Super Rugby this season after coming from behind to defeat Bulls 28-12 and Hurricanes piled more misery …
Peter Thompson
01 Apr 2017, 8:14
The Rug Round 6 Super Rugby Preview
The Rug is New Zealand’s premier Super Rugby preview podcast. Join BK and Townley as they put forward this week’s best bets an…
RugbyPass
01 Apr 2017, 1:02
Highlanders run riot in Smith's landmark appearance
Highlanders ran in six tries in a ruthless demolition of Rebels, who made far too many mistakes in a poor display.
Peter Thompson
31 Mar 2017, 5:16
Foley out of Crusaders clash due to 'ongoing' concussion struggle
Australia playmaker Bernard Foley knows he will have to be patient as he struggles to overcome a head injury.
Peter Thompson
31 Mar 2017, 4:25
Here are some things that should cheer up Australian rugby fans
It's been a tough old start to the Super Rugby season for Australian fans. In times like these it pays to remember the good times,…
Jamie Wall
30 Mar 2017, 13:44
Super Rugby Oracle: All the picks for Round 6
Super Rugby stats guru Paul Neazor offers his tips for Round 6.
The Oracle has got his groove back after a shaky start to the s…
Paul Neazor
30 Mar 2017, 12:32
Australian players' union sets up petition amid Super Rugby concerns
Reducing the number of Australian franchises in Super Rugby could have big consequences, the players' union warned.
Peter Thompson
30 Mar 2017, 6:58
Fantasy Rugger - Round Six Preview
With all the speculation regarding who will get the chop from the Australian Conference with the new proposed Super Rugby format. …
RugbyPass
29 Mar 2017, 5:58
Super Rugby Power Rankings: Why the Hira Bhana Spud Man is smiling this week
If the Spud Man is happy, Scotty Stevenson is happy; if Scotty Stevenson is happy, the Super Rugby Power Rankings are happy. Unles…
Scotty Stevenson
28 Mar 2017, 20:43
Waratahs taking no risks with Foley after concussion setback
Bernard Foley made his first appearance of the Super Rugby season against Rebels but could face another spell on the sidelines.
Peter Thompson
28 Mar 2017, 9:29
No decision made on Western Force future - ARU
The Australia Rugby Union (ARU) moved to allay fears Western Force will be axed from Super Rugby, insisting no decision has been m…
Sacha Pisani
27 Mar 2017, 23:18
Reports of the death of Australian rugby may have been greatly exaggerated
Is rugby really the 26th most played sport in Australia, or are Roy Morgan's latest figures 'fake news'?
Rugby is less popular …
Calum Henderson
27 Mar 2017, 19:07
Western Force deny rumours they will be cut from Super Rugby
Western Force have released a statement denying reports they are in line to be axed from Super Rugby, should the competition opt f…
Harry West
27 Mar 2017, 8:36
I should have put rugby on the backburner - Aaron Smith opens up on airport incident
Aaron Smith believes rugby should have taken a back seat as he attempted to patch things up with his family following his off-fiel…
Harry West
27 Mar 2017, 5:52
Is it time to rethink yellow cards in rugby?
Quade Cooper thinks yellow cards are ruining rugby – but what are the alternatives?
Despite the Reds first five’s blatant l…
Jamie Wall
26 Mar 2017, 17:51
Jaguares overcome Reds, Sharks beat Cheetahs
As Sharks claimed a derby win in Super Rugby, Jaguares continued their fine start to the season.
Peter Thompson
25 Mar 2017, 20:56
Sunwolves denied by late Stormers surge
Sunwolves were denied their first victory over an established Super Rugby side in the final 20 minutes as Stormers finished with a…
Alex Fisher
25 Mar 2017, 9:45
Waratahs pull off stunning comeback against sorry Rebels
The Rebels threw away their biggest half-time lead in Super Rugby history as they remained winless with a 32-25 home defeat agains…
Omnisport
24 Mar 2017, 7:22
Super Rugby Oracle: All the picks for Round 5
Super Rugby stats guru Paul Neazor offers his tips for Round 5.
A solid Round 4 for the Oracle with only the Brumbies getting i…
Paul Neazor
23 Mar 2017, 5:40
Foley had career doubts amid 'scary' concussion
Bernard Foley had concerns that his career may be over during a "scary" struggle with concussion but the Australia fly-half is set…
Peter Thompson
22 Mar 2017, 7:26
Fantasy Rugger Super Rugby Conference Watch
Round Five sees the Hurricanes and Chiefs with the bye, providing the perfect opportunity for some lesser known players to shine i…
RugbyPass
22 Mar 2017, 4:23
Why Super Rugby is still better than the Aviva Premiership
Last week Rugby Pass published a story headlined 'Why The Aviva Premiership is Better Than Super Rugby'. Fake news! This week, Jam…
Jamie Wall
21 Mar 2017, 17:54
Three-week ban for Wallaby Cooper
Quade Cooper has been given a three-week ban for a dangerous tackle during Queensland Reds' Super Rugby hammering at Lions on Satu…
Peter Thompson
21 Mar 2017, 5:40
How the New Zealand sides are shaping up after a month of Super Rugby derbies
The first four rounds of Super Rugby have been thick with New Zealand conference derbies. Jamie Wall assesses how the five Kiwi te…
Jamie Wall
20 Mar 2017, 19:36
Super Rugby Power Rankings: New year, different Stormers
Scotty Stevenson's Super Rugby Power Rankings make a triumphant return for 2017.
10. Blues
As of today, with a 1-3 record, t…
Scotty Stevenson
19 Mar 2017, 21:05
How do we make Super Rugby great again?
While SANZAAR um and ah over the future of Super Rugby, Jamie Wall offers some alternatives to the current unpopular conference sy…
Jamie Wall
19 Mar 2017, 19:14
Sharks sneak past Southern Kings, Cooper sees red as Reds thrashed
Southern Kings came agonisingly close to recording a first Super Rugby win over Sharks on Saturday, before going down 19-17 in Dur…
Christopher Devine
18 Mar 2017, 18:14
Hurricanes hammer Highlanders, Speight stars in derby win
Ngani Laumape and Vince Aso scored two tries apiece as Hurricanes hammered Highlanders 41-15 in Super Rugby, while Henry Speight a…
Peter Thompson
18 Mar 2017, 8:49
Bothma sees red but Bulls beat Sunwolves for first win
Renaldo Bothma's dismissal forced Bulls to play almost 40 minutes a man light, but that did not stop them beating Sunwolves.
Tom Webber
17 Mar 2017, 15:10
The Rug Round 4 Super Rugby Peview
The Rug is New Zealand's premier Super Rugby preview podcast. Join BK and Townley as they put forward this week's best bets and gu…
RugbyPass
17 Mar 2017, 10:40
Comeback kings Crusaders and Chiefs stay perfect
Crusaders enhanced their reputation as Super Rugby's comeback kings and maintained their 100 per cent record in 2017 with a 33-24 …
Christopher Devine
17 Mar 2017, 7:40
The weirdest records in the Super Rugby record book
Jamie Wall picks out some anomalies in the record books after 21 seasons of Super Rugby.
Jamie Wall
16 Mar 2017, 17:41
Super Rugby Oracle: All the tips you need for Round 4
Super Rugby stats guru Paul Neazor offers his tips for Round 4.
The Oracle bounced back from a shocker in Round 2 to pick a res…
Paul Neazor
16 Mar 2017, 12:28
Larkham rules out Brumbies move amid merger talk
Stephen Larkham said the club have been given "no indication" that Brumbies will not play in Canberra next year.
Peter Thompson
16 Mar 2017, 5:58
New Zealand's Dagg to undergo knee surgery ahead of Lions series
New Zealand and Crusaders back Israel Dagg's knee injury will not keep him out of the British and Irish Lions series.
Peter Thompson
15 Mar 2017, 5:37
All Black Kerr-Barlow to make La Rochelle switch
New Zealand scrum-half Tawera Kerr-Barlow will leave Chiefs to join La Rochelle at the end of the Super Rugby season.
The 26-ye…
Peter Thompson
15 Mar 2017, 5:05
Itchy investors agitated over SANZAAR deliberations
The various private ownership interests in Super Rugby clubs are becoming increasingly frustrated with the ongoing SANZAAR debate …
Scotty Stevenson
14 Mar 2017, 21:59
Why the Aviva Premiership is better than Super Rugby
Over in the Southern Hemisphere, momentum is starting to build and the runners and riders in this year’s Super Rugby competition…
Dan Johansson
14 Mar 2017, 8:28
Cheetahs chief executive: We are safe in Super Rugby
A statement on Super Rugby's format is expected in the near future, but the Cheetahs chief executive is confident his team are saf…
Christopher Devine
14 Mar 2017, 6:14
Hurricanes' Milner-Skudder out for at least six weeks
A fractured foot will see Nehe Milner-Skudder miss at least six weeks in a blow to Hurricanes in Super Rugby.
Dejan Kalinic
13 Mar 2017, 22:58
Scotty Stevenson: What the Blues need to do to turn their fortunes around
Scotty Stevenson
13 Mar 2017, 15:27
Lambie out for six to eight weeks with fractured vertebrae
Pat Lambie is set for a spell on the sidelines after the Sharks and South Africa fly-half injured his back in Saturday's Super Rug…
Peter Hanson
13 Mar 2017, 14:26
Who's the best number 9 in New Zealand? It's an increasingly tricky question
Jamie Wall
12 Mar 2017, 18:23
Bosch makes light of Lambie absence in Sharks victory
Sharks lost Pat Lambie early on against Waratahs, but it mattered little as teenage replacement Curwin Bosch inspired them to vict…
Harry West
11 Mar 2017, 17:10
Comeback kings Crusaders defy injuries to prevail, Highlanders also win at a cost
A host of All Blacks - Israel Dagg, Seta Tamanivalu, Waisake Naholo and Lima Sopoaga - suffered injuries as their teams won in Sup…
Christopher Devine
11 Mar 2017, 6:26
SANZAAR Statement on Super Rugby
The SANZAAR Executive Committee (Exco) met in London on Friday 10 March to assess the economic and sporting environment under whic…
RugbyPass
10 Mar 2017, 19:21
Chiefs stave off Hurricanes in deluge to maintain perfect start
The New Zealand Conference is topped by Chiefs after their win over defending Super Rugby champions Hurricanes on Friday.
Nicholas McGee
10 Mar 2017, 6:30
Super Rugby Oracle: All the picks for Round 3
Paul Neazor
09 Mar 2017, 16:01
The Rug - Round 3 Super Rugby Preview
RugbyPass
09 Mar 2017, 8:43
The Tight Five - Handpicked Stories From The World Of Rugby
Here's five great rugby reads from around the globe.
RugbyPass
08 Mar 2017, 19:22
Why Chiefs vs Hurricanes is New Zealand's best grudge match
Jamie Wall
08 Mar 2017, 17:39
Super Rugby Watercooler: What's going to happen at this SANZAAR meeting?
Scotty Stevenson
08 Mar 2017, 17:06
Fantasy Rugger - Super Rugby Conference Watch Round 3
RugbyPass
07 Mar 2017, 19:19
The new Blues jerseys have the coordinates for their local prison on the sleeve
Where do the coordinates on the New Zealand Super Rugby teams' sleeves take you? We checked on Google Maps, and it's not their hom…
Calum Henderson
05 Mar 2017, 20:24
Who had Saturday night's best finish: Crusaders, Sharks or Cowboys?
Jamie Wall
05 Mar 2017, 16:05
Foley sent home from Waratahs tour with post-concussion symptoms
After a heavy defeat away at Lions, there was more bad news for Waratahs with fly-half Bernard Foley ruled out of facing Sharks.
Tom Webber
05 Mar 2017, 4:47
Van Rensburg stars as Lions maul Waratahs
The Lions could well be title contenders once again following a big win over the Waratahs, while the Stormers also made it two win…
Gareth Morgan
04 Mar 2017, 15:17
Milner-Skudder back with a bang as Hurricanes crush Rebels
The Hurricanes continued their devastating start to the Super Rugby season against the Rebels, while the Crusaders and Sharks left…
Alex Fisher
04 Mar 2017, 6:12
SA Rugby bid to stop overseas exodus with new ruling
The number of players leaving South African shores to take up contracts overseas has long since been a concern for SA Rugby.
Peter Thompson
03 Mar 2017, 9:43
Leinster pull off Fardy coup
Scott Fardy opted to turn his back on Brumbies in order to take on a new challenge in a different country.
Peter Thompson
03 Mar 2017, 5:57
Luatua red costs Blues as Chiefs ease to derby win
Chiefs killed off the game either side of half-time after Steven Luatua was given his marching orders for a reckless tackle.
Peter Thompson
03 Mar 2017, 4:38
Brumbies confirm Fardy exit amid Leinster links
Australia forward Sam Carter has agreed a new contract with Brumbies, but Scott Fardy will leave the club.
Alex Fisher
02 Mar 2017, 18:14
Force end home drought despite Nabuli treble
Eto Nabuli's treble was in vain as Western Force ended a 22-month wait for a victory at nib Stadium by defeating Reds.
Peter Thompson
02 Mar 2017, 8:26
Gatland makes changes, back-up flown in | Lions Weekly Round-up
RugbyPass
01 Mar 2017, 18:09
Super Rugby Oracle: Blues or Chiefs? Every team to back in Round 2
Paul Neazor
01 Mar 2017, 16:33
Super Rugby Watercooler: Why Joaquin Tuculet should be your new favourite player
Scotty Stevenson
28 Feb 2017, 20:55
Saints land Sharks scrum-half Reinach, Wasps land Fiji centre
Sharks pivot Cobus Reinach is eyeing more South Africa caps after deciding to leave Sharks and ply his trade in England.
Peter Thompson
27 Feb 2017, 12:25
Stormers lose Springbok De Allende for 12 weeks
An ankle injury sustained in the victory over Bulls on Saturday is expected to rule Damian de Allende out for roughly three months…
Tom Webber
27 Feb 2017, 6:36
Etienne Oosthuizen Suspended For Two Weeks
RugbyPass
26 Feb 2017, 16:11
Janse van Rensburg snatches victory for the Lions
Rohan Janse van Rensburg ensured a thrilling late win for the Lions over the Cheetahs in the opening round of the 2017 Super Rugby…
Alex Fisher
25 Feb 2017, 14:56
Champions Hurricanes break new ground against sorry Sunwolves, Crusaders up and running
Sunwolves were blown away by Super Rugby champions Hurricanes, while Crusaders and Waratahs earned narrow wins in round one.
Peter Hanson
25 Feb 2017, 6:47
Reds edge Sharks to spare Cooper's blushes, Chiefs surprise Highlanders
Reds started a new era with a victory over Sharks despite an unconvincing display from Quade Cooper, while Highlanders went down t…
Peter Thompson
24 Feb 2017, 8:01
Super Rugby starts here: The Australian conference's first week
Scotty Stevenson
23 Feb 2017, 16:21
Super Fantasy Rugger
RugbyPass
23 Feb 2017, 7:48
Ioane stars as Blues thump Rebels in Super Rugby opener
Blues were without a host of key men in the first Super Rugby game of the season, but showed they have strength in depth at AAMI P…
Peter Thompson
23 Feb 2017, 7:36
Super Rugby Oracle: The teams to back in Round 1
Paul Neazor
22 Feb 2017, 17:00
Super Rugby 2017: Get up to speed ahead of the big kick-off
The Super Rugby season begins this week, so find out what to look out for in the campaign ahead.
Jack Davies
22 Feb 2017, 13:19
What Super Rugby means to a Northern Hemisphere rugby fan
Lee Calvert
21 Feb 2017, 18:32
Fan's Voice - Super Rugby - Lose the Conference System
RugbyPass
21 Feb 2017, 8:12
Mascot news: The Sunwolves have a new, slightly less terrifying mascot
Calum Henderson
20 Feb 2017, 22:41
Interview: Piers Francis talks leaving England and making it in Super Rugby
Jamie Wall
20 Feb 2017, 19:00
Super Rugby starts here: The New Zealand conference's first round
Scotty Stevenson
20 Feb 2017, 16:56
Keane to replace Lam at Connacht
Chiefs assistant head coach Kieran Keane has agreed a three-year contract to succeed Pat Lam as Connacht head coach.
Christopher Devine
20 Feb 2017, 9:08
The Cheetahs are going to be good this year and 7 other predictions for the Super Rugby season
Jamie Wall
19 Feb 2017, 20:48
Former Wallaby Vickerman dies aged 37
Dan Vickerman, a former lock for the Wallabies, Brumbies and Waratahs, died aged 37.
Dejan Kalinic
19 Feb 2017, 0:23
Super Rugby Preview Video
RugbyPass
18 Feb 2017, 6:18
Lealiifano in remission following leukaemia diagnosis
After undergoing a bone marrow transplant, Christian Lealiifano said: "Everything is looking good. To be cancer-free is quite amaz…
Christopher Devine
18 Feb 2017, 5:12
Wallaby Frisby extends Reds deal
Wallabies' Nick Frisby has extended his stay with Queensland Reds in Super Rugby.
Dejan Kalinic
17 Feb 2017, 1:06
SANZAAR Enhances Super Rugby TMO Protocol
RugbyPass
16 Feb 2017, 20:40
Shots fired: Steve Hansen's hypocritical beef with Pat Lam
Jamie Wall
15 Feb 2017, 22:11
Wallaby Hodge re-signs with Rebels
Reece Hodge's new contract runs through until the end of 2020, tying him down beyond the 2019 Rugby World Cup in Japan.
Sacha Pisani
15 Feb 2017, 22:08
Brisbane Global Rugby Tens - A Viral Masterpiece
Fred Culazzo
14 Feb 2017, 7:42
Ten takeaways from the Brisbane Tens, literally the hottest rugby tournament in the world
Jamie Wall
13 Feb 2017, 17:21
Luatua agrees surprise move to Bristol
All Black forward Steven Luatua will swap Super Rugby side Blues for Bristol next season, despite them flirting with Premiership r…
Matthew Scott
13 Feb 2017, 12:42
Here's everything we learned about the upcoming Super Rugby season from watching the Brisbane Tens
Scotty Stevenson
12 Feb 2017, 20:02
Dagg commits to All Blacks
Israel Dagg said he has some "attractive offers" to leave New Zealand but was not ready to leave his homeland.
Peter Thompson
12 Feb 2017, 17:00
Former All Black Lauaki dies aged 35
Former All Blacks forward Sione Lauaki died at the age of 35.
Dejan Kalinic
11 Feb 2017, 21:19
Is Ardie Savea the most fashionable rugby player in the world?
Rose Hoare
09 Feb 2017, 21:17
Tuipulotu cleared of doping
Patrick Tuipulotu is free to make a return to rugby immediately after the New Zealand lock was cleared of doping.
Dejan Kalinic
08 Feb 2017, 22:18
Van der Westhuizen was the perfect scrum-half - Yachvili
Assessing the career of Joost van der Westhuizen, Dimitri Yachvili said: "He was perfect ... as fast as a winger, powerful like a …
Christopher Devine
08 Feb 2017, 11:46
RUGDAQ Weekly: Who's going up and who's going down in the global rugby stockmarket
RugbyPass
08 Feb 2017, 7:41
10 reasons to watch the Brisbane Tens this weekend
Jamie Wall
07 Feb 2017, 18:01
Changing Top 14 rules mean fewer raids on southern rugby
James Harrington
07 Feb 2017, 8:59
All Blacks vice-captain Smith signs new deal
All-Blacks vice-captain Ben Smith will not follow Aaron Cruden overseas after opting to remain in his homeland.
Peter Thompson
07 Feb 2017, 4:00
Champagne or Speight's? Ben Smith re-signs with All Blacks, forgets important drinking rule
Scotty Stevenson
07 Feb 2017, 2:53
Remembering Joost van der Westhuizen
Scotty Stevenson
06 Feb 2017, 18:30
South African legend Joost van der Westhuizen dies
RugbyPass
06 Feb 2017, 8:43
Cubelli needs knee surgery in blow to Brumbies
Tomas Cubelli ruptured a tendon in his knee and will miss the start of the Super Rugby campaign for Brumbies.
Dejan Kalinic
05 Feb 2017, 21:32
Brumbies face nervy wait on Cubelli's knee injury
Tomas Cubelli needed a brace after hurting his knee just three weeks before Brumbies' Super Rugby season opener.
Peter Hanson
04 Feb 2017, 7:38
Rugby star Quade Cooper wins third professional fight with brutal stoppage
Once again Australia rugby star Quade Cooper proved more than adept in the boxing ring.
Peter Thompson
03 Feb 2017, 6:53
Rugby Pass Podcast: Brisbane Tens And The Future of Super Rugby
RugbyPass
02 Feb 2017, 20:13
Playmaker to haymakers: Australia's Cooper relishing boxing return
Quade Cooper said rugby union remains his main focus, the playmaker has spoken of his passion for boxing ahead of his third fight.
Peter Thompson
02 Feb 2017, 4:25
O'Connor eyes Wallabies recall
Versatile back James O'Connor hopes a return to Super Rugby at some stage in his career can help earn an Australia recall.
Alex Fisher
01 Feb 2017, 9:09
Five Future Stars Of New Zealand Rugby To Watch For This Season
Scotty Stevenson
30 Jan 2017, 21:49
The Blues Are in Pre-Season And That Can Only Mean One Thing... The Annual Hira Bhana Team Barbecue
Scotty Stevenson
26 Jan 2017, 21:22
The Final and Biggest Rugby Award of 2016: The Rugby Pass Mascot of the Year
Calum Henderson
29 Dec 2016, 19:00
Rugby Pass Podcast: Christmas with Wyatt Crockett
RugbyPass
22 Dec 2016, 18:31
Six Super Rugby Heroes Who Turned Out To Be Top 14 Zeroes
James Harrington
16 Dec 2016, 18:22
The First Annual Rugby Pass End Of The Southern Hemisphere Season Awards
Jamie Wall
29 Nov 2016, 22:47
Rugby Pass Podcast: A Sense Of Occasion
RugbyPass
22 Sep 2016, 0:02
Super Rugby Power Rankings: The 2017 Draw Ranked Round By Round
Scotty Stevenson
19 Sep 2016, 21:13
The Chiefs Are 'Embarrassed' And 'Disappointed' Over A Scandal They Deny Actually Happened
RugbyPass
07 Sep 2016, 18:08
Why Are The Pumas Performing So Much Better Than The Jaguares?
Scotty Stevenson
28 Aug 2016, 21:28
Rugby Pass Podcast: The Boys From Ipanema
RugbyPass
10 Aug 2016, 21:14
Why The Hurricanes Never Should Have Got Their Hands On The 2016 Super Rugby Trophy
Jamie Wall
09 Aug 2016, 19:21
The Tyranny Of Distance: Super Rugby's Expanding Problem
Scotty Stevenson
07 Aug 2016, 20:13
New Zealand Rugby Has A Big Problem. So Why Are Its Most Powerful Voices Still Silent?
Duncan Greive
05 Aug 2016, 18:31
Rugby Pass Podcast: Is There Life After Super Rugby?
RugbyPass
04 Aug 2016, 22:20
Paul The Super Rugby Oracle's Final Prediction: Rugby Will Be The Winner On The Day
Paul Neazor
04 Aug 2016, 17:32
It’s 2016 And A Rugby Exec Only Just Found Out That Strippers Are People Too
RugbyPass
04 Aug 2016, 1:32
A Journey Deep Into The Depraved, Paranoid Mind Of A Hurricanes Supporter
Scotty Stevenson
03 Aug 2016, 17:27
How The Lions Have Created A Blueprint For Beating The All Blacks
Jamie Wall
02 Aug 2016, 19:01
Five Of The Best Games From The 2016 Super Rugby Season
Jamie Wall
01 Aug 2016, 1:06
Paul The Super Rugby Oracle's Semifinal Tips: Just How Important Is Home Advantage?
Paul Neazor
28 Jul 2016, 18:36
Rugby Pass Podcast: The Pain Of Being A Hurricanes Fan
RugbyPass
28 Jul 2016, 17:41
Sharks Vs Hurricanes: Whose Fans Will Be More Let Down If They Don't Finally Break Their Long Title Drought This Season?
Jamie Wall
28 Jul 2016, 0:54
Five Super Rugby Semifinals That Set The Benchmark For This Weekend
Jamie Wall
26 Jul 2016, 0:20
Stats: Who Holds The Upper Hand Heading Into The Super Rugby Semifinals?
Scotty Stevenson
24 Jul 2016, 22:42
Aaron Smith Achieves The Impossible, Convinces Ref To Change Mind
Jamie Wall
23 Jul 2016, 1:01
Crusader Man: Todd Blackadder's Long Wait To Bring A Super Rugby Title Back To Canterbury
Scotty Stevenson
21 Jul 2016, 22:48
Paul The Super Rugby Oracle's Quarterfinal Tips: Is An All-NZ Semifinals On The Cards?
Paul Neazor
21 Jul 2016, 20:22
Rugby Pass Podcast: Super Rugby Playoffs Bonanza
RugbyPass
21 Jul 2016, 18:50
End-Of-Season Report Card: What Did The Jaguares, Kings And Sunwolves Bring To Super Rugby?
Jamie Wall
19 Jul 2016, 19:22
Frenetic Final Weekend Finally Reveals Upside Of Confusing Conference System
Jamie Wall
18 Jul 2016, 20:42
Super Rugby Power Rankings: You Have To Lose One Before You Can Win One
Scotty Stevenson
17 Jul 2016, 22:54
The Super Coach On His Way To Help Japan Get Over Eddie Jones
Scotty Stevenson
14 Jul 2016, 23:16
Paul The Super Rugby Oracle's Round 17 Tips: How The Highlanders Will Top The NZ Conference
Paul Neazor
14 Jul 2016, 18:30
Rugby Pass Podcast: Meat Sweats
RugbyPass
13 Jul 2016, 21:19
Silver Linings From Australia's Miserable Weekend Of Super Rugby
Jamie Wall
13 Jul 2016, 20:17
Super Rugby Power Rankings: Who Would Begrudge Elton Jantjies A Title?
Scotty Stevenson
11 Jul 2016, 0:15
Paul The Super Rugby Oracle's Round 16 Tips: Another Wild Blues Prediction
Paul Neazor
07 Jul 2016, 19:33
Rugby Pass Podcast: The Return Of The Brumbies
RugbyPass
07 Jul 2016, 18:09
The Road to the Super Rugby Title Runs Through Ellis Park
Jamie Wall
06 Jul 2016, 19:26
Countdown: The 10 Best Super Rugby Tries Of All Time... Ever
Jamie Wall
05 Jul 2016, 8:01
Super Rugby Power Rankings: Is This The Real Life?
Scotty Stevenson
03 Jul 2016, 22:55
Rugby Pass Podcast: The Return of Super Rugby
RugbyPass
30 Jun 2016, 23:37
You Shall Not Pass! A Toast To Stephen Donald, The Gandalf of Waikato Rugby
Don Rowe
14 Jun 2016, 21:14
Super Rugby’s Month-Long International Break is Actually Good
Jamie Wall
06 Jun 2016, 21:19
Sonny Bill Williams Joins the Blues, Changes Everything
Scotty Stevenson
31 May 2016, 18:52
Super Rugby Power Rankings: The Crusaders' Steven Bradbury Moment
Scotty Stevenson
29 May 2016, 20:34
Paul the Super Rugby Oracle’s Round 14 Tips: Highlanders, Again
Paul Neazor
26 May 2016, 21:55
Best Seat In The House: Is This The Easiest Job In Sport?
Jamie Wall
23 May 2016, 0:37
Super Rugby Power Rankings: We're Sorry, Andy Ellis
Scotty Stevenson
22 May 2016, 23:19
Rugby Pass Podcast: Jarryd Hayne Has A Dream
Scotty Stevenson
19 May 2016, 20:26
Paul the Super Rugby Oracle’s Round 13 Tips: The Blues Will Bounce Back
Paul Neazor
19 May 2016, 19:24
All You Need is Glove: Can Aaron Smith Spark a Rugby Fashion Revival?
Jamie Wall
18 May 2016, 23:33
Super Rugby Power Rankings: Whoa, What Got Into the Lions?
Scotty Stevenson
16 May 2016, 0:15
Rugby Pass Podcast: The Huge Changes Super Rugby Needs to Make
Scotty Stevenson
13 May 2016, 22:52
Paul the Super Rugby Oracle’s Round 12 Tips: The Highlanders Will 100% Definitely Beat the Crusaders
Paul Neazor
12 May 2016, 22:34
In appreciation of Marty Banks, the Highlanders’ lucky charm
Scotty Stevenson
11 May 2016, 19:58
Super Rugby Power Rankings: Garth April May Be Due In July
Scotty Stevenson
08 May 2016, 22:56
Rugby Pass Podcast: The Education of Damian McKenzie
Scotty Stevenson
05 May 2016, 23:36
Paul the Super Rugby Oracle’s Round 11 Tips: Sunwolves Will Triumph in Tokyo
Paul Neazor
05 May 2016, 0:39
The Tight Five: This Week’s Biggest Matches on Rugby Pass
Calum Henderson
03 May 2016, 20:20
Super Rugby Power Rankings: This Can't Be the Bulls
Scotty Stevenson
02 May 2016, 20:54
Paul the Super Rugby Oracle’s Round 10 Tips: The Hurricanes Won't Beat the Lions
Paul Neazor
28 Apr 2016, 17:00
Rugby Pass Podcast: The Barrett vs Cruden Conundrum
Scotty Stevenson
27 Apr 2016, 20:59
A Tale of Two Rugbies: An Englishman's Sad Northern Hemisphere Admission
Lee Calvert
26 Apr 2016, 18:26
Super Rugby Power Rankings: What Happened to the Brumbies?
Scotty Stevenson
26 Apr 2016, 0:26
Paul the Super Rugby Oracle’s Round 9 Tips: Hurricanes or Chiefs?
Paul Neazor
21 Apr 2016, 19:54
Rugby Pass Podcast: A Surprising Prediction
Scotty Stevenson
20 Apr 2016, 22:25
Super Rugby Power Rankings: The Humiliation of the Sunwolves
Scotty Stevenson
18 Apr 2016, 0:24
Paul the Super Rugby Oracle’s Round 8 Tips: Can The Reds Do It Again?
Paul Neazor
14 Apr 2016, 18:23
Rugby Pass Podcast: Is English Rugby On the Rise?
Scotty Stevenson
13 Apr 2016, 19:11
The Tight Five: This Week’s Biggest Matches on Rugby Pass
Calum Henderson
12 Apr 2016, 18:22
Super Rugby Power Rankings: The Least Talked-About Star of Super Rugby
Scotty Stevenson
11 Apr 2016, 0:31
Paul the Super Rugby Oracle’s Round 7 Tips: An Easy Weekend... Or Is It?
Paul Neazor
07 Apr 2016, 18:40
Rugby Pass Podcast: Who Will Bring the Hammer?
Scotty Stevenson
06 Apr 2016, 18:34
El Problema Con Los Jaguares
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05 Apr 2016, 18:48
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