Tony Brown will continue to coach against the All Blacks before joining them – while Richie Mo'unga is already back but can't play for them.
Rugby
4:01pm
Scotty Stevenson and Patrick McKendry discuss Super Rugby's upcoming semifinals – including what Beauden Barrett's return means for the Blues.
Wednesday 4:00pm
Halfback Cam Roigard says his team are embracing the expectation as competition front-runners ahead of Saturday's semifinal.
Wednesday 11:16am
Matt Smith made discriminatory comments on social media about Maggie Alphonsi, a Women’s World Cup-winning former England star.
Wednesday 8:49am
Lima Sopoaga, coached by Brown at the Highlanders, says the All Blacks' new assistant will push the boundaries on attack.
Mon, Jun 8
It was a bright spot for New Zealand after disappointment in the final in Bordeaux, losing to Australia 26-19.
New Zealand Rugby's announcement will create a stir around the rugby world and add an edge to the All Blacks' tour of South Africa.
The Crusader was rocked by a high tackle in his team's win over the Blues but did not receive a head injury assessment, writes Patrick McKendry.
Sun, Jun 7
The Chiefs will have a home Super Rugby Pacific semifinal, but are likely to be without star No.8 Wallace Sititi, who suffered a head injury in their 46-24 win.
Footage showed the Chiefs loose forward rolling into the recovery position before visibly shaking, with play stopped as medical staff attended to him.
Sat, Jun 6
Their opponents and the venue of their semifinal will be determined by the result of Saturday's Chiefs v Reds match.
The top-placed Hurricanes won Friday's Super Rugby Pacific qualifying final 66-12, scoring five tries before the break.
The long-time Taranaki coach was named as one of Dave Rennie's assistant coaches for the All Blacks earlier this year – but says he never saw himself destined for the top job.
Fri, Jun 5
If the Hurricanes and Chiefs win this weekend, the Blues will go through to the Super Rugby semifinals even if they lost to the Crusaders in Christchurch.
Thu, Jun 4
Irish club Munster was one of the clubs keen on the All Blacks tighthead prop.
The Crusaders have sold out their new stadium five times in a row and welcome a Blues team counting the cost after their defeat to the Chiefs.
The controversial documentary detailing the life of the All Blacks legend will be released in NZ later this year.
New Zealand
Wed, Jun 3
Nonu had two stints at RC Toulon club between 2015 and 2026.
The Chiefs and All Blacks No.10 says he has recovered from a head injury which sidelined him for two weeks.
Tue, Jun 2
A Hawaii-based group, led by a Los Angeles tech millionaire, is exploring a rescue package for the franchise.
The qualifier game will likely be the final Crusaders match at their new home this season.
The team travelled to Canberra only after NZ Rugby stepped in to cover salaries and costs – and scored a memorable victory.
Sun, May 31
The Blues, needing a win over the Chiefs to secure a home qualifier, were thrashed, but they may yet make the top four, writes Patrick McKendry.
"Nobody wants to turn up and give their time and drive long distances to cop flak from the sideline."
The inspirational coach says the legacy built by the club and its Pacific identity will endure beyond the franchise itself.
Sat, May 30
