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Super Rugby Pacific Team of the Week: Semi-final bound sides dominate selection

Following the dramatic Super Rugby Pacific quarter-final action, Planet Rugby selects the team of the week from the first play-off stage.

Blues relishing underdog tag against Crusaders in replay of last year’s final

The Blues do not mind going into their Super Rugby Pacific semi-finals against the Crusaders as underdogs unlike it was last season.

Sunday Social: Strong emotions, mind games and some great entertainers

It's our round-up of this week's best social media posts in rugby union.

Super Rugby Pacific semi-final dates and times confirmed

The dates and times have been confirmed for next weekend’s Super Rugby Pacific semi-finals as Crusaders face Blues and Chiefs host Brumbies.

New Zealand open to NFL-style draft system in Super Rugby Pacific

Rugby Australia floated the idea of introducing a draft system into Super Rugby Pacific and it has received support from New Zealand players’ boss Rob Nichol.

Super Rugby Pacific: Five takeaways from the quarter-final as Blues deliver a statement performance

Following a dominant 41-12 win from the Blues over the Waratahs, Planet Rugby selects five takeaways from the Super Rugby Pacific play-off clash.

WATCH: Finlay Christie rounds off STUNNING try in Blues’ quarter-final against Waratahs

Watch as Finlay Christie scored a brilliant try in the Blues' 41-12 win over the Waratahs in Friday's Super Rugby Pacific quarter-final in Auckland.

Five talking points ahead of the Super Rugby Pacific quarter-finals including the Barrett-Sullivan axis and World Cup pressure

Ahead of the action, Planet Rugby selects five main storylines to keep your eye on for the 2023 Super Rugby Pacific quarter-finals.

Super Rugby Pacific: The key head-to-heads to watch during the quarter-final ties

The key duels to watch in this weekend’s Super Rugby Pacific quarter-finals.

Super Rugby Pacific Team Tracker: Ex-Wallaby’s son starts for Reds in crunch quarter-final

Check out the teams ahead of this year's Super Rugby Pacific quarter-finals, which starts with the Blues against the Waratahs.

Waratahs load up on Wallabies for quarter-final against the Blues

The Waratahs have welcomed the return of several Wallabies for their Super Rugby Pacific quarter-final against the Blues on Friday.

No space for Roger Tuivasa-Sheck in strong Blues line-up for quarter-finals

Roger Tuivasa-Sheck has been left out of the Blues' matchday 23 for their Super Rugby Pacific quarter-final against the Waratahs on Friday.

All Blacks centurion reveals ‘all positive’ talks with New Zealand Rugby

Beauden Barrett revealed he has been in “positive” talks with New Zealand Rugby, which may see him be involved with the All Blacks post-World Cup.

Super Rugby Pacific awards including best try and our player of the season

Before the intriguing quarter-finals this weekend, Planet Rugby has selected its awards from the Super Rugby Pacific regular season.

Who’s hot and who’s not: Super Rugby Pacific quarter-finalists decided and a big week for Pacific Island rugby

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

Super Rugby Pacific Team of the Week: Moana Pasifika lead the way after shock victory

Planet Rugby breaks down the star performers from the Round 15 Super Rugby Pacific action.

Blues’ All Blacks lock to miss Super Rugby Pacific play-offs due to broken arm

The Blues have been hit by a blow after experienced second-row Patrick Tuipulotu was ruled out of the Super Rugby Pacific play-offs due to a broken arm.

Seven standout players from the 2023 Super Rugby Pacific season

Planet Rugby discusses the best players from the Super Rugby Pacific regular season.

How the Super Rugby Pacific playoff picture changed in one year

With the quarter-finals locked in and waiting in the wings, Planet Rugby compares how the playoff picture has changed compared to last season.

Super Rugby Pacific quarter-final schedule confirmed

Check on the fixtures for the Super Rugby Pacific quarter-finals, with one game taking place on Friday and the remaining three on Saturday.

WATCH: Blues lock Patrick Tuipulotu scores the ONLY try in low-scoring New Zealand derby

Watch as Blues captain Patrick Tuipulotu scores the only try of the match in his side's 16-9 victory over the Highlanders in Auckland on Friday.

‘Seriously crazy’ Mark Telea hailed as ‘one of the best wingers in the world’

Blues captain Dalton Papali’i believes his teammate Mark Telea is right up there with some of the best wingers in world rugby.

Super Rugby Pacific: Five talking points ahead of Round 15 including the race to finish as top try-scorer

Planet Rugby picks out five talking points ahead of the fascinating Round 15 action in Super Rugby Pacific this weekend.

Boost for the Blues as Dalton Papalii returns to action after suspension

Captain Dalton Papalii will return to action for the Blues when they take on the Highlanders in Friday's Super Rugby Pacific derby in Auckland.

Super Rugby Pacific Team Tracker: Wallabies scrum-half returns to lead Brumbies against Rebels

Check out the teams ahead of Round 15 of this year's Super Rugby Pacific campaign, which starts with the Blues against the Highlanders.

All the Super Rugby Pacific play-off permutations ahead of the final round

With eight of the twelve teams making it through to the play-offs, Planet Rugby takes a closer look at the permutations for this weekend.

Who’s hot and who’s not: Glory for Munster and Saracens while concern grows for London Irish

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

Super Rugby Pacific Team of the Week: Luke Jacobson sends timely reminder to All Blacks selectors

Check out who made our Super Rugby Pacific Team of the Week.

WATCH: Mark Telea scores STUNNING try for Blues in derby against Hurricanes

Watch as Mark Telea catches the eye with an outstanding try for the Blues in their 36-25 victory over the Hurricanes at Eden Park on Saturday.

Super Rugby Pacific: Five talking points ahead of Round 14 including the Chiefs looking to lock up top spot with win over Brumbies

Planet Rugby picks out five talking points ahead of the fascinating Round 14 action in Super Rugby Pacific this weekend.