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Crusaders christen new stadium in style with 35–20 victory

Dazzling lights, powhiri, and a guard of honour formed by past alumni set the scene for the long-awaited opening of One New Zealand Stadium.
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Super Round 2026: the Stadium, the City, the Celebration

Super Round 2026 is more than a rugby experience. For Christchurch, it’s a chance to showcase its brand-new, innovative, indoor sports stadium to the world and its rebuilt, vibrant hospitality scene after the 2010 and 2011 earthquakes.
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Black Ferns eye Pacific Four title defence against Australia on ANZAC Day

The Black Ferns can defend their Pacific Four (PAC4) title and win overall honours for the third time in four years if they beat Australia in the first-ever ANZAC Day/Laurie O’Reilly Test at Sunshine Coast Stadium on the Gold Coast.
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PREVIEW: NZ Under 85kg v Sri Lanka | First Clash of 2026 Tour

After a stunning debut tour in 2025, the New Zealand Under 85kg team is back in Sri Lanka. They play the Tuskers this Saturday night (Sunday morning NZT), in the first of two matches that are once again expected to draw huge crowds.

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ANZAC Day clash carries added pride for Black Fern and Captain Laura Bayfield

Black Fern #267 Laura Bayfield will run out this ANZAC Day not only as an international rugby player, but as a serving Captain in the New Zealand Army. A rare dual role that reflects both elite performance and service to country.
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Black Ferns named to play in first-ever ANZAC Day Test against Australia

Saturday will mark a historic day in women’s rugby as the Black Ferns face the Wallaroos on ANZAC Day for the first time ever, with fans across the Tasman set to witness the occasion.
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Big Stage, Bigger Stakes: Super Round Arrives in Christchurch

After 15 years of waiting, One New Zealand Stadium will, at last, open for business when Super Round of DHL Super Rugby Pacific is held in Christchurch.
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All Blacks Management Group Confirmed

All Blacks Head Coach Dave Rennie has confirmed the final shape of his management group for the upcoming season, with two further changes in personnel.
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NZ U85kg Side Returns to Sri Lanka Live on NZR+

A unique chapter in New Zealand rugby continues this month as the New Zealand Under 85kg team returns to Sri Lanka for a two-match series against the Sri Lanka Tuskers, with both games streaming live and free on NZR+.
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Black Ferns Sevens Make It Four Straight in Hong Kong Classic

The Black Ferns Sevens marked the 50th Anniversary of the Hong Kong Sevens by winning the tournament for a fourth consecutive time, a feat they have achieved only once before in SVNS history, in Vancouver.
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