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Hurricanes and Blues Set the Pace as Super Rugby Pacific 2026 Title Race Tightens

The Hurricanes and Blues share the Super Rugby Pacific lead on 20 points, with the Brumbies one point behind and the Queensland Reds two back in a tightly packed top four. The Crusaders and Chiefs remain within range but need stronger runs of form, while the lower half of the table is already under pressure to avoid losing touch with the championship race.

Rugby · 6/15/2026

'Brilliant for the Crusaders': Wildkard Charts Fainga'anuku's No. 7 Reinvention as Perofeta Red Card Sours Blues' Night

Wildkard Rugby argues Leicester Fainga'anuku is now adding a new layer to his game every week as the Crusaders' converted No. 7, while the Blues lost Stephen Perofeta to a red card upgrade in their 36-20 Round 13 defeat.

Rugby Union · 5/9/2026

Bower's Hundred: Crusaders Power Past Blues 36-20 as Veteran Prop Crowns 100th Cap

George Bower scored his first Super Rugby try in his 100th Crusaders appearance as Christchurch's seven-time champions powered to a bonus-point 36-20 win over the Blues, with Sevu Reece marking his return and head coach Rob Penney calling the milestone moment a celebration of one of the team's heart-and-soul men.

Rugby Union · 5/8/2026

'Backs Herself': NSW Blues Take Game I 1-0 in NRLW Origin as Rookie's Field Goal Splits the Maroons

New South Wales went 1-0 up in the 2026 Ampol Women's State of Origin series with a tight win at McDonald Jones Stadium in front of more than 20,000 fans, decided by a one-point field goal from a 21-year-old. Coach John Strange and skipper Isabelle Kelly broke down the swings of momentum that delivered Newcastle its first home Origin win.

Rugby League · 5/1/2026

'We Value Gain Line': Jason Holland Opens the Hurricanes' Attack Playbook Before His Blues Move

With just weeks before he becomes Blues head coach, Hurricanes attack coach Jason Holland detailed the simple, IQ-driven system behind Super Rugby's most potent attack — 21 first-phase tries and 21 more from phase play.

Rugby Union · 4/22/2026

'I Hope I'm Wrong': Phil Gould Fears Turbo's Fullback Career Is Over as Blues Origin Crisis Grows

Phil Gould has questioned whether Tom Trbojevic can keep playing fullback, tipped Payne Haas to beat his Origin timeline, and blamed the NRL's injury crisis on shortened off-seasons and a game that has outgrown its training cycle.

Rugby · 4/21/2026

'A Brutal, Brutal Result': Two Cents Rugby Hammers Brumbies, Trims Blues in R10 Rankings

Two Cents Rugby's Bryn Hall delivers a sharp verdict on Super Rugby Pacific Round 10, sliding the Brumbies three spots after their home loss to the Drua and rejecting the idea that the Blues yet belong in the top tier.

Rugby Union · 4/21/2026

Waratahs Hold Firm at Allianz to Defeat the Blues in Super Rugby Pacific

NSW Waratahs defeated the Blues at Allianz Stadium on Saturday evening in the 2026 Super Rugby Pacific season, finishing first as the home side while the visitors were classified second. In a factual, result-driven contest, the Waratahs made home advantage count and secured an important win against strong opposition.

Rugby · 3/21/2026

Waratahs Hold Firm at Allianz Stadium to Defeat the Blues

The New South Wales Waratahs defeated the Blues at Allianz Stadium on Saturday, finishing first in the classified result of their 2026 season meeting. With the home side maintaining its advantage over the visitors, the Waratahs secured a significant win against high-quality opposition, while the Blues had to settle for second.

Rugby · 3/21/2026

Bulls Make Home Advantage Count Against Cardiff Blues at Loftus Versfeld

The Bulls defeated Cardiff Blues at Loftus Versfeld on 21 March 2026, using home advantage to finish top of the classification. With limited event data available, the result itself defines the story: Bulls first, Cardiff Blues second, as the hosts delivered a professional win in the 2026 season.

Rugby · 3/21/2026