Crusaders to face the Chiefs in a repeat of last years final
1 day ago by Ultimate RugbyRound 3 of the Super Rugby Pacific competition is here, and we are heading north to Hamilton for a Grand Final rematch. There’s a quiet edge around the group this...
The Crusaders named for their first home game
1 week ago by Ultimate RugbyIt’s been a long few months waiting to get back into Apollo Projects Stadium to play at home again, but Sunday afternoon footy is back in Christchurch. The...
Crusaders team to face the Highlanders in Round One
2 weeks ago by Ultimate RugbyIt’s been 235 days since your Crusaders last took the field, but that wait ends this week. It’s game week, and come Friday, we will be running...
Savea shines in New Zealand Rugby Awards
2 months ago by Ultimate RugbyArdie Savea’s dominant performances across the rugby season have been reflected in the New Zealand Rugby Awards, with the 32-year-old acknowledged as the best player in the country in 2025. In...
Sevu Reece to depart the Crusaders at the end of the 2026 season
2 months ago by Ultimate RugbySevu Reece will be departing the Crusaders at the conclusion of the 2026 season, having signed with French side Perpignan. Reece remains contracted with...
Super Rugby Pacific squads named for 2026 season
3 months ago by Ultimate RugbySuper Rugby Pacific squads named for 2026 season As Super Rugby Pacific prepares to celebrate 30 years, all 11 clubs have announced their squads for the 2026 season. Fan favourites will...
2026 Crusaders squad announced
3 months ago by Ultimate RugbyThe Crusaders have officially named their squad for the 2026 DHL Super Rugby Pacific season, including a powerful mix of seasoned campaigners, and six rising stars who’ve earned full contracts and...
Oli Mathis Signs with Crusaders for 2027 & 2028
3 months ago by Ultimate RugbyThe Crusaders are proud to announce the signing of one of New Zealand rugby’s most exciting young talents, Oli Mathis, for the 2027 and 2028 Super Rugby seasons.Before then, Mathis will link up with...
Head Coach Rob Penney remains at the Crusaders for the 2026 season
6 months ago by Ultimate RugbyRob Penney will return for next year’s Super Rugby Pacific title defence after his maiden title with the franchise in 2025. “I’m really excited and humbled to be given the opportunity...
Crusaders name team for Grand Final
8 months ago by Ultimate RugbyFor the Super Rugby Pacific Grand Final under the lights at Apollo Projects Stadium, the first time since 2019. There's just one change in the starting forward pack this week – Tamaiti...
