Captain returns to lead Blues troops back into action against Western Force
3 years ago by Ultimate RugbyWe welcome back some key players to take on the testing challenge against the Western Force in Perth on Friday evening. Several players with minor niggles or on All Black leave, who missed the...
Another set of juicy NZ derbies in SR Pacific, Round3
3 years ago by Ultimate RugbyRound 3 of Super Rugby Pacific brings with it an array of juicy derbies in the land of the long, white cloud. Blues vs Chiefs: After enjoying a bye last weekend, the Chiefs travel...
NZ's Super Rugby Pacific Franchises to Have Referee Allocated to Each Team
4 years ago by Ultimate RugbyAs part of a New Zealand Rugby initiative, referees from the New Zealand pool of Super Rugby referees no longer have to train alone. They can train alongside teams during their...
The Blues welcome Joe Schmidt and Craig McGrath
4 years ago by Ultimate RugbyThere is big news in Auckland with the recent announcement that former Blues personnel Craig McGrath and Joe Schmidt have re-joined the franchise. McGrath will be taking...
Leon MacDonald re-signs with NZR and the Blues
4 years ago by Ultimate RugbyBlues Head Coach Leon MacDonald has recommitted to New Zealand Rugby and the Blues for a further two years. MacDonald, who guided the Blues to this year’s Sky Super Rugby Trans-Tasman title...
Tuivasa-Sheck shaping well at Auckland
4 years ago by Ultimate RugbyBlues boss Leon MacDonald has been very encouraged by the efforts of new recruit Roger Tuivasa-Sheck – Auckland's new, hot-stepping recruit from rugby league. Tuivasa-Sheck last...
Tana Umaga steps away from the Blues to pursue his family business
4 years ago by Ultimate RugbyBlues Defence Coach Tana Umaga will take a break from professional rugby coaching to focus on his new family business. Umaga, who has played an integral role in the Blues coaching staff...
Ricky Riccitelli signs for the Blues
4 years ago by Ultimate RugbyHurricanes and Taranaki hooker Ricky Riccitelli will move north to play his Super Rugby for the Blues from 2022. The 26-year-old, who has 71 caps for the Hurricanes under his belt, has signed...
One change to Blues team for Final
4 years ago by Ultimate RugbyThe Blues have made just one change to the side that despatched the Force a week ago as they brace for the final contest of the tournament against the Highlanders at Eden Park. Akira Ioane...
Leon MacDonald speaks ahead of SR Trans Tasman final
4 years ago by Ultimate RugbyThe Blues have booked their place in the Trans Tasman final next weekend where they will play the Highlanders at Eden Park. Leon MacDonald’s charges ploughed into the Western...
