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Rob Penney couldn't hide his delight after the Crusaders sealed a 42-19 win over the Blues in their Super Rugby Pacific clash ...

It’s a massive sporting weekend for Tāmaki Makaurau with four big live events taking place today while Eden Park will host ...

The Blues' Super Rugby Pacific title defence is teetering on the brink of collapse after suffering a 42-19 hiding at the ...

Havili, who has played 30 Tests for the All Blacks, puts his good form down to the leadership opportunity he’s been given in ...

Canterbury Crusaders secured a comprehensive 42-19 win over defending Super Rugby Pacific champions the Auckland Blues at Eden Park to continue their resurgence and remain in touch with early leaders ...

The bonus-point win sees the Crusaders jump to second on the table while recording their first away win in the Rob Penney era. Skipper David Havili is crediting their pack.

Crusaders secured a comprehensive 42-19 win over defending Super Rugby Pacific champions the Blues at Eden Park to continue ...

The Blues are adamant they're making strides forward as they look to resurrect their Super Rugby title defence against the ...

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