How things stand after Round 7 of Super Rugby Aotearoa
6 years ago by Ultimate RugbyThe talk of Round 7 was undoubtedly the Hurricanes 34-32 surprise win over the Crusaders in Christchurch while the Blues managed to stem the tide of a late onslaught by the Chiefs to emerge as 21-17 victors. The...
'See you soon' - Ardie Savea adds fuel to Julian's return to the Hurricanes
6 years ago by Ultimate RugbyBordeaux Begles bound Ben Lam featured in his 50th and final appearance for the Hurricanes on Saturday with his side giving him a perfect send off with a 34-32 victory over the Crusaders. Lam’s...
Blues defence denies the Chiefs a late winner
6 years ago by Ultimate RugbyAnother Super Rugby Aotearoa game, another thrilling encounter that was decided in the final moments of the game as Warren Gatland's Chiefs lose their seventh straight game. The Blues get back...
Top Stories of the Week
6 years ago by Ultimate RugbySix Nations respond to Fiji claims that they are joining the tournament Following the Fijian Rugby Union's claim that the Flying Fijians are on the verge of joining the Six Nations...
Line Ups | Blues v Chiefs
6 years ago by Ultimate RugbyThe Blues and Chiefs have both named their teams for Sunday's clash at Eden Park. Two Blues players – Blake Gibson and Beauden Barrett – will make key appearances in the...
Player to watch in Super Rugby Aotearoa - Shannon Frizell
6 years ago by Ultimate RugbyThe Highlanders snatching victory from the gaping jaws of defeat against Chiefs will go down as the highlight of Round 6. Through sheer bloody-mindedness and the courage to express their attacking skills,...
Referees boss admits error on disallowed Damian McKenzie try
6 years ago by Ultimate RugbyNew Zealand Rugby Referee boss Bryce Lawrence has admitted that Damian McKenzie's disallowed try on Sunday should have stood. McKenzie's try in the 65th minute was called back after TMO Brendon...
Highlanders' Jona Nareki slices through for try of the weekend contender
6 years ago by Rugby DumpThere was no shortage of thrilling rugby all weekend. Perhaps none more so than the Highlanders come-from-behind 33-31 win at the death over the Chiefs in Hamilton. Aaron Smith was masterful throughout,...
Top stats performers from Round 6 of Super Rugby Aotearoa
6 years ago by Ultimate RugbyRound 6 delivered a good dose of thrilling rugby with two fantastic games on show, with only two points separating the teams in each case. In the first match-up, the Hurricanes enjoyed some revenge for...
How Things Stand After Round 6 of Super Rugby Aotearoa
6 years ago by Ultimate RugbyWith the Crusaders enjoying a bye in Round 6 of Aotearoa, the Hurricanes battled it out against the Blues while the Chiefs hosted a spirited Highlanders outfit. The ‘Canes settled the score...
