Hurricanes

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

Hurricanes Hammer Brumbies 45-12 as Fihaki Nofoa Bags Four

Feleti Fihaki Nofoa scored four tries as the Hurricanes crushed the Brumbies 45-12 in Christchurch's Super Round, reaffirming Wellington's title credentials.

Rugby Union · 4/25/2026

Riley Higgins Heads to Scotland: New Zealand Loses Another Young Star

Hurricanes midfielder Riley Higgins is heading to Scotland, prompting another debate about how New Zealand stops its young talent walking out the door.

Rugby Union · 4/25/2026

'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

'A Dream All Black for Adidas': Aftermatch Panel Anoints Anton Segner as Dave Rennie's Next Bolter

The Aftermatch with Kirsten and Bee argue Anton Segner has turned down overseas money for an All Blacks shot, with Hamilton's dramatic Chiefs-Hurricanes classic offering the tactical blueprint Dave Rennie wants against the Springboks.

Rugby Union · 4/22/2026

'The Team to Beat': Between Two Posts Panel Dumps Chiefs as Hurricanes Take Favourites Mantle

Matt Dunning and Morgan Turinui have both backed the Hurricanes over the Chiefs as Super Rugby Pacific title favourites after last weekend's overtime thriller in Hamilton, with the Stan Sport panel also unpacking the Force's 19-0 comeback over the Crusaders.

Rugby Union · 4/21/2026

'It's Not Even a Debate, He'll Be There': Sky Sport Makes the All Blacks Case for Chiefs Flyer Leroy Carter

On The Aftermatch, Sky Sport's Beef and Kirsten Bee argue Chiefs finisher Leroy Carter has done more than enough to lock in a 2026 All Blacks jersey, pointing to his match-defining assist in the Chiefs' last-gasp win over the Hurricanes as proof.

Rugby Union · 4/21/2026

'I Was Scratching My Head': All Blacks Legends Slam Hurricanes' Late Sub as Chiefs Steal Top Spot

Wallace Sititi's dramatic Super Point try sent the Chiefs top of Super Rugby Pacific — but former All Blacks Jeff Wilson and Mils Muliaina say the Hurricanes effectively cost themselves the match with a baffling extra-time substitution.

Rugby Union · 4/20/2026

Highlanders Hold Firm at Forsyth Barr to Defeat Hurricanes

The Highlanders defeated the Hurricanes at Forsyth Barr Stadium in Super Rugby Pacific 2026, with the home side finishing ahead of their New Zealand rivals in a completed contest. While detailed scoring data was unavailable, the result underlined the Highlanders’ ability to make home advantage count against strong opposition.

Rugby · 3/20/2026

Highlanders Hold Firm at Forsyth Barr to Defeat Hurricanes

The Highlanders claimed a classified home victory over the Hurricanes at Forsyth Barr Stadium on 20 March 2026, finishing first with the Hurricanes second. With limited event data available, the key takeaway was the Highlanders’ effective conversion of home advantage into a controlled result, while the Hurricanes were left to settle for second on the road.

Rugby · 3/20/2026