The Hurricanes are still flying, the Chiefs bounced back, and Moana Pasifika enjoyed another win. It was slim pickings elsewhere, writes Patrick McKendry.
Monday 4:00pm
Crusaders prop Franks was sinbinned in the dying moments of the match when he took out Hurricanes forward Justin Sangster with a head high shoulder.
Monday 2:23pm
The defending champions have started their season with four losses in four weeks - and it might get worse, writes Patrick McKendry.
Sun, Mar 17
The Crusaders have been beaten by the table-topping Hurricanes 14-10 to remain without a win this season.
Fri, Mar 15
With some big scalps already this year, Australia's teams look far more convincing than in the recent past.
Thu, Mar 14
Struggling defending champions face up to more bad news - their skipper has broken a finger and faces a long lay-off.
Wed, Mar 13
Analysis: Is first-five still the key tactician in rugby, or has halfback taken over? Cam Roigard's influence suggests the latter, writes Patrick McKendry.
Hurricanes midfielder will miss derbies against the Blues and Crusaders plus a game against the Rebels.
Wed, Mar 6
Sports and Recreation Minister Chris Bishop said he disagreed with the message of the haka however, the Poua were entitled to their view.
The Hurricanes chief executive says the organisation was blindsided.
Tue, Mar 5
Super Rugby Aupiki team Hurricanes Poua are being investigated after they performed a new haka against the Chiefs Manawa on Saturday.
Taking the field on Saturday, the kaitātaki (leader) called out "karetao o te Kāwana kakī whero" or "puppets of this redneck government".
Mon, Mar 4
The two Pacific rivals contributed to the match of the weekend in Melbourne but the Chiefs look increasingly ominous, writes Patrick McKendry.
The 12 franchise captains travelled to Auckland to celebrate season start but questions remain about the Rebels and Moana Pasifika, writes Patrick McKendry.
Wed, Feb 14
The Hurricanes and Highlanders are the only teams that haven't had overseas tours this Super Rugby pre-season.
Fri, Feb 9
After an injury-plagued couple of seasons, Ruben Love expects to take his game up a few gears after training with renowned sprint coach Roger Fabri.
December 20, 2023
Veteran All Blacks and Hurricanes halfback is nearing a comeback from a long injury lay-off and says his rivalry with the promising Roigard is a positive.
December 12, 2023
The 2024 squads will feature 30 players for each of the four Kiwi franchises with Chiefs Manawa in particular enjoying their recruiting season.
November 28, 2023
Quality backline, including Damian McKenzie at No.10, will give last season's losing finalists a big advantage in 2024, writes Patrick McKendry.
November 9, 2023
All 12 franchises are naming their sides today for next year's competition with plenty of changes expected after the end of another Rugby World Cup cycle.
Axed by the Hurricanes, Savea will join the Auckland-based franchise on a one-year deal and may become available for Manu Samoa.
September 13, 2023
Julian Savea has seemingly played his last game for the franchise after announcing his departure on social media.
September 2, 2023
Perenara said the opportunity to stay in Wellington was "too good to pass up" after missing this season with his club through injury.
July 14, 2023
Kiwi teams in both Super Rugby Pacific and Super Rugby Aupiki will instead be kitted by Australian apparel brand Classic who are promising heritage jerseys and expanded product ranges.
July 12, 2023
The Hurricanes halfback has had plenty to soak up in his first two weeks in the black jersey.
June 30, 2023