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Every Super Rugby Pacific squad confirmed for the 2024 season

All the 2024 Super Rugby Pacific squads have been named.

All Blacks skipper leaves the Chiefs for short-term contract in Japan

Sam Cane will take up a sabbatical option in his new New Zealand Rugby contract in 2024 to play a season for Tokyo Sungoliath in Japan League One.

All Blacks back-row inks new Chiefs and New Zealand Rugby deal

New Zealand Rugby and the Chiefs have secured the re-signing of Luke Jacobson, who has inked a new contract through until the end of 2025.

All Blacks flyer turns down NRL move, recommits to New Zealand Rugby and Chiefs

New Zealand Rugby have announced that they have secured the signature of All Blacks, Chiefs and North Harbour utility back Shaun Stevenson until 2025.

Repeat of 2023 final in Hamilton to kick off Super Rugby Pacific in 2024

The Super Rugby Pacific draw has been confirmed for 2024 with the Crusaders facing the Chiefs in Hamilton on February 23 in a repeat of the 2023 final.

All Blacks call up young lock for World Cup warm-up game with Springboks

Chiefs lock Josh Lord has been added to New Zealand's squad for their Rugby World Cup warm-up clash with South Africa at Twickenham on August 25.

All Blacks centre back in action after lengthy stint on the sidelines due to horrific knee injury

After a lengthy spell on the sidelines, All Blacks and Chiefs centre Quinn Tupaea made a tentative return to action at the weekend.

Rugby rumours and transfers: Juan Martin Gonzalez, Manie Libbok, Tawera Kerr-Barlow and much more

Planet Rugby recaps some of the biggest rugby transfer news and rumours, including Juan Martin Gonzalez, Manie Libbok, Tawera Kerr-Barlow and more.

The realisation that made Damian McKenzie a more complete playmaker

All Blacks star Damian McKenzie feels he has “matured” as a player and looks forward to starting against Argentina in Mendoza this weekend.

Why Shaun Stevenson continues to be overlooked despite ‘doing everything’ he can

All Blacks boss Ian Foster discusses his selection for their first Rugby Championship clash against Argentina and why full-back Shaun Stevenson misses out.

Sam Cane praises referee Ben O’Keeffe’s stand against online abuse

All Blacks captain Sam Cane has defended top referee Ben O’Keeffe and outlined the importance of match officials in the game.

Loose Pass: Praise for Ben O’Keeffe and the dawn of doomsday as legal battle reaches High Court

Loose Pass is here to delve into the major talking points in the sport.

Ben O’Keeffe discusses ‘clear forward pass’ and Super Rugby Pacific Final review

Ben O'Keeffe has opened up on some of the decisions from the Super Rugby Pacific Final and the messages he has received from young referees in New Zealand.

Experienced All Black set to miss most of the Rugby Championship

All Black centre Anton Lienert-Brown has been banned for three weeks for his dangerous tackle on Dallas McLeod in the Super Rugby Pacific final.

Super Rugby Pacific Team of the Season: Crusaders and Chiefs lead the way

It's time to take a look at our Super Rugby Pacific Team of the Season.

Who’s hot and who’s not: Those Crusaders, Ronan O’Gara’s apology and a baffling decision

Check who's hot and not following the week's on and off-field action.

Referee Ben O’Keeffe speaks out on ‘sad reality’ of social media abuse after Super Rugby Pacific final

Ben O'Keeffe has spoken out about the extent of the abuse he received after refereeing Saturday's Super Rugby Pacific final in Hamilton.

Two Cents Rugby’s five takeaways from the Super Rugby Pacific Final from an All Blacks perspective

Two Cents Rugby brings us his five takeaways from the Super Rugby Pacific final between the Chiefs and Crusaders from an All Blacks perspective.

Chiefs v Crusaders: Five takeaways from the Super Rugby Pacific final as Scott Robertson’s men once again reign supreme

Planet Rugby's five takeaways from the Super Rugby Pacific final between the Chiefs and Crusaders.

Crusaders claim seventh straight Super Rugby title as Chiefs edged in Hamilton

A Codie Taylor brace helped the Crusaders claim yet another title as they were crowned Super Rugby Pacific champions thanks to a 25-20 win over the Chiefs.

‘Classless’ Chiefs fans blasted for booing officials after Super Rugby Pacific final

Chiefs fans were heard booing the match officials during the Super Rugby Pacific final awards ceremony.

Crusaders player ratings: Departing stars spur Scott Robertson’s men to another title

Our Crusaders player ratings from the Super Rugby Pacific Final.

Crusaders pay tribute to departing players and coaches after outstanding Super Rugby success

Crusaders players celebrated after they produced a superb display at FMG Stadium Waikato to defeat the Chiefs 25-20 in the Super Rugby Pacific final.

Chiefs player ratings: Emoni Narawa and Damian McKenzie shine in Super Rugby Pacific final defeat

Our player ratings for the Chiefs after their Super Rugby Pacific final loss to the Crusaders.

The seven head-to-heads that could define the Super Rugby Pacific final

Planet Rugby delves into the big head-to-heads in the Super Rugby Pacific final.

How the Chiefs and Crusaders made it to the Super Rugby Pacific final

With the Super Rugby Pacific final looming, Planet Rugby takes a closer look at the journey of the two sides to reach the decider.

Sonny Bill Williams: Everything you need to know about the ‘Offload King’

We profile dual-code New Zealand rugby international and professional boxer Sonny Bill Williams (SBW), who won two Rugby World Cups with the All Blacks.

Chiefs v Crusaders: Super Rugby Pacific final preview as Scott Robertson set to go out on a high

A huge battle can be expected when the Chiefs and Crusaders go head-to-head in Saturday's Super Rugby Pacific final at the FMG Stadium in Hamilton.

Chiefs eye their own legacy as crunch Super Rugby Pacific final looms

Chiefs boss Clayton McMillan wants his side to create their own legacy by beating the Crusaders in the Super Rugby Pacific final on Saturday.

Crusaders relishing ‘opportunity to do something special’ in the final

Crusaders boss Scott Robertson underlined how much his team loves pressure ahead of the Super Rugby Pacific final against the Chiefs on Saturday.