Super Rugby Pacific

Chiefs stun Super Rugby champion Blues on opening weekend
Damian McKenzie scored two tries as the Waikato Chiefs got a measure of revenge for their defeat in last year's Super Rugby Pacific final with a 25-14 victory over the Auckland Blues at rain-soaked Eden Park on Saturday.
Super Rugby Pacific as it happened: Blues v Chiefs
The Chiefs have gained a measure of revenge for last year's grand final defeat to the Blues, winning a physical encounter 25-14 at Eden Park. The result was sealed with All Black Damian McKenzie crossing for two second half tries, built on some excellent work by his forwards.
Blues v Chiefs: Pitch invader stops play in Chiefs' Super Rugby Pacific win
Play was called to a halt in the 70th minute of the Chiefs’ 25-14 win over the Blues on Saturday night when a pitch invader made his way on to the turf at Eden Park. One of seve
Beauden back with the Blues for Super Rugby title defence
Beauden Barrett played his first Super Rugby match way back in 2011 but the 33-year-old believes he's got a couple of years left in him yet as he embarks on another new season with the Auckland Blues this weekend.
Super Rugby Pacific Blues v Chiefs: What you need to know
Blues: 1. Ofa Tu'ungafasi, 2. Ricky Riccitelli, 3. Marcel Renata, 4. Laghlan McWhannell, 5. Patrick Tuipulotu (c), 6. Anton Segner, 7. Dalton Papali'i, 8. Cameron Suafoa, 9. Taufa Funaki, 10. Harry Plummer, 11. Caleb Clarke, 12. AJ Lam, 13. Rieko Ioane, 14. Mark Tele'a, 15. Beauden Barrett
Barrett-bolstered Blues eye back-to-back Super Rugby titles
Super Rugby champions Auckland Blues, strengthened by the return of Beauden Barrett, have high hopes of back-to-back titles as the club competition returns this week, but are wary of Australian
Blues v Chiefs: Five takeaways as ‘irrepressible’ Damian McKenzie shines in visitors’ win over Super Rugby Pacific champions
Our five takeaways from the Chiefs' 25-14 victory over the Blues in their er Rugby Pacific clash in Auckland on Saturday.
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Sotutu returns as Blues make three changes in team to face Highlanders
The Blues welcome back 2024 Super Rugby Player of the year Hoskins Sotutu at No.8, as German born loose forward Anton Segner ...
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All Blacks snub aims to impress sceptical Scott Robertson as Blues boosted by returning Super Rugby Pacific MVP
A key player is back for the Blues as he looks to convince Scott Robertson, while the holders seek to kickstart their Super ...
Super Rugby Pacific: Can anyone challenge 'Stern Vern's' route-one Blues?
Vern Cotter flipped the typical Blues script and brought the franchise a title for the first time in 21 years. Can anyone ...
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Highlanders make back row reshuffle and name 6-2 bench for the Blues
The Highlanders have switched up their back row combinations and named a forward-heavy bench as they prepare to take on the Blues in Dunedin.
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Former All Blacks assistant, Blues coach Leon MacDonald joins Western Force
The Western Force have pulled off a massive coup by recruiting former Blues coach Leon MacDonald for the rest of the Super ...
Super Rugby 2025: Chiefs v Blues season opener sees Brodie McAlister, Leroy Carter debut for Chiefs
Off-season recruits Brodie McAlister and Leroy Carter will both make their debut for the Gallagher Chiefs this weekend. For ...
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Leon MacDonald lands first Super Rugby job since All Blacks exit
Leon MacDonald has joined the Western Force as a coaching consultant, marking his return to Super Rugby Pacific ...
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Patrick Tuipulotu: Blues ‘just paid lip service’ to key aspect in Super Rugby Pacific loss to Chiefs
Patrick Tuipulotu was left frustrated after his side suffered a 25-14 loss to the Chiefs in their Super Rugby Pacific opener ...