Cruden lauds Chiefs defence
Chiefs first five-eighths Aaron Cruden praised his side's defensive efforts against the Crusaders in what he defined as the defensive benchmark for the side in 2013. Read more
Mastery of conditions key
Wintry conditions which seem certain to affect the last stages of the Super Rugby competition can bring teams closer together by reducing the advantage of time. Read more
Chiefs secure confidence-building win
It was a moment that would test their resolve in a match that would summarise their season – and the Chiefs delivered. Read more
Nonu, Ellison paired at last
Tamati Ellison and Ma'a Nonu are set to combine in midfield for the Highlanders for the first time this season in the Investec Super Rugby match against the Western Force in Perth on Saturday night. Read more
Rennie: 'Training camps an annual event'
If Chiefs coach Dave Rennie's thoughts are anything to go by, then expect the All Blacks training camps to become an annual occurrence. Read more
Big Ben gets his chance for the Chiefs
The Chiefs have announced their team to play the Crusaders at Waikato Stadium this Friday night. To help raise awareness of Waikato District Health Board’s child and youth health services Waikids, the Chiefs will tackle their New Zealand Conference match wearing specially-designed one off jerseys branded with the Waikids logo. Read more
Dagg back into starting XV for Crusaders
The Crusaders head to Waikato Stadium this weekend to face the Investec Super Rugby title holders, the Chiefs. Head Coach Todd Blackadder has announced the team to play the Chiefs with five changes to the team that bet the Blues in Christchurch last weekend. Read more
