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- Chiefs Reclaim Super Rugby Lead While Moana Pasifika Faces Uncertain Future After Loss
Published: Apr 27, 2026
Section: Sports
The Chiefs secured a 42-22 bonus-point victory over the Fijian Drua to move into a tie for first place, capitalising on critical errors by the Fijian side. In the weekend’s final f...
- Highlanders Secure Hard Fought Victory Over Moana Pasifika in Christchurch Debut
Published: Apr 27, 2026
Section: Sports
The Highlanders triumphed 27-17 over Moana Pasifika in a high energy encounter at the newly opened Te Kaha Stadium in Christchurch. Despite trailing at halftime, the southern franc...
- Highlanders Lobby for Dunedin to Host Future Super Rugby Pacific Super Round
Published: Apr 27, 2026
Section: Sports
Following the successful launch of the "Super Round" at Christchurch's new Te Kaha Stadium, the Highlanders are making a formal push to host the 2027 edition in Dunedin. Head coach...
- The Rise of the Hybrid: Is Timoci Tavatavanawai Rugby’s Next Wrecking Ball Flanker?
Published: Apr 25, 2026
Section: Sports
The successful transition of Leicester Faingaʻanuku from the midfield to the loose forwards has sparked a new tactical debate across Super Rugby Pacific: could Highlanders powerhou...
- Beauden Barrett Breaks Super Rugby Record as Blues Edge Highlanders in Auckland Thriller
Published: Apr 18, 2026
Section: Sports
Beauden Barrett has become the second-highest points scorer in Super Rugby history, surpassing South African legend Morne Steyn during the Blues' 47-40 victory over the Highlanders...
- Highlanders Coach Jamie Joseph Demands Officiating Clarity After Tangitau Knockout
Published: Apr 17, 2026
Section: Sports
Highlanders head coach Jamie Joseph has voiced deep frustration over Super Rugby Pacific’s officiating standards following a controversial yellow card decision in his side’s 47-40...
- Brumbies Secure Sixth Consecutive Win Against Highlanders Following Late Luke Reimer Try In Dunedin
Published: Apr 11, 2026
Section: Sports
The Brumbies overcame the early loss of Charlie Cale to defeat the Highlanders 14-10 at Forsyth Barr Stadium on Friday. Ryan Lonergan and Luke Reimer both crossed the line for the...
- Heavyweight Rivalry Ignites in Wellington
Published: Apr 10, 2026
Section: Sports
Super Rugby Pacific enters the second half of the 2026 season with a high stakes confrontation as the first placed Hurricanes host the second placed Blues at Hnry Stadium. Followin...
- All Blacks Boost: Shannon Frizell Signs with Highlanders for 2026 Homecoming
Published: Apr 8, 2026
Section: Sports
Highlanders legend and 33-test All Black Shannon Frizell has officially signed a deal to return to New Zealand rugby in mid-2026. After a dominant stint in Japan with Toshiba Brave...
- High-Stage CTE Confirmed in Former Māori All Black Shane Christie
Published: Apr 3, 2026
Section: Sports
Pathologists at the University of Auckland’s brain bank have confirmed that former Māori All Black and Highlanders captain Shane Christie suffered from "high stage" Chronic Traumat...
- Waratahs End Long Canberra Drought With Thrilling Two Point Victory Over Brumbies
Published: Mar 30, 2026
Section: Sports
The Waratahs snapped an eight game losing streak at GIO Stadium by defeating the Brumbies 30-28 in a high stakes Super Rugby Pacific encounter. Meanwhile, a bizarre power outage in...
- Waratahs Snap Losing Streak in Canberra as Power Outage Disrupts Super Rugby Action
Published: Mar 28, 2026
Section: Sports
The New South Wales Waratahs secured a narrow 30-28 victory over the Brumbies at GIO Stadium, ending an eight game drought in the nation,s capital. Meanwhile, a significant power f...