A look at the Blues ahead of the Final
3 months ago by Ultimate RugbyThe Blues emerged out of the 2024 Super Rugby Pacific season as one of the most dominant sides. Although they missed out on top spot due to points difference, results that panned out in their favour will...
Classic XV | Hurricanes v Chiefs
3 months ago by Ultimate RugbyWith the Hurricanes hosting the Chiefs in the second semi-final of the 2024 Super Rugby Pacific season, Ultimate Rugby decided to have a look at the best players in each position who have played for these...
Blues advance into final after taking down Brumbies
3 months ago by Ultimate RugbyThe ACT Brumbies have been unable to end Australia's 10-year Super Rugby Pacific title drought, out-muscled by the Blues 34-20 in their Auckland semi-final. After losing veteran Test prop James Slipper...
Match Day Programme: Blues vs Brumbies
3 months ago by Ultimate RugbyFixture: Blues vs Brumbies Venue: Eden Park, Auckland Kick-off: 08:05 (GMT) Head-to-head Played: Played:13 Blues Wins: 5 Brumbies Wins: 8 Draws: 0 Biggest...
Blues lose captain
3 months ago by Ultimate RugbyGame-breaking back Rieko Ioane says "old school" methods introduced by coach Vern Cotter have the Blues well placed to end a 21-year Super Rugby title drought. Cotter's no-frills style has been a hallmark...
2024 Super Rugby Pacific Semi-Finals Confirmed
3 months ago by Ultimate RugbyThe 2024 Super Rugby Pacific Semi-Final fixtures have been confirmed, with the Hurricanes and Blues earning precious home ground advantage next weekend. With a spot in the Super...
Super Rugby Preview: Chiefs v Reds
3 months ago by Ultimate RugbyThe Super Rugby Pacific Quarter Finals kick off on the evening of Friday 7 June with the Chiefs welcoming the Queensland Reds to FMG Stadium Waikato (5.05PM AEST / 7.05PM NZST). The action continues on...
Super Rugby Pacific audience sees significant growth at end of regular season
3 months ago by Ultimate RugbyAt the end of the regular season of the DHL Super Rugby Pacific competition, and as we head into three exciting weekends of Finals rugby, over 1.94 million New Zealanders have watched the competition on...
Super Saturday Headlines 2024 Super Rugby Pacific Quarter Finals
4 months ago by Ultimate RugbyThe 2024 Super Rugby Pacific Quarter Finals fixtures have been confirmed, with a Friday night showdown in Hamilton to set the stage for a blockbuster Super Saturday of finals action next weekend. The...
Hurricanes take major step towards minor premiership
4 months ago by Ultimate RugbyWinger Salesi Rayasi has celebrated his 50th game for the club in style as he crossed for a hat-trick in a 41-14 win over the Highlanders. The bonus point win takes the club one step closer to the minor...