Both sides opted to play enterprising rugby under the roof, producing some pulsating moments across a highly competitive 80 minutes.
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Christchurch turned it on this weekend and provided a public relations win for the game at just the right time, writes Patrick McKendry.
Sun, Apr 26
The competition is celebrating its 30-year anniversary but the vibe just seems off in 2026, suggest 1News writers Scotty Stevenson and Patrick McKendry.
Wed, Apr 22
Moana Pasifika coach Tana Umaga fears the region's talent will gravitate to league and derail the Tongan and Samoan Test sides without a Super Rugby presence.
Sat, Apr 18
North Harbour Stadium's recent electricity failure does not reflect well on Super Rugby Pacific and was the latest in a series of setbacks for Moana.
Thu, Apr 2
Tupou Vaa'i and two of his teammates have left the Chiefs' squad in Australia a week early following a dispiriting loss in Canberra.
Sun, Mar 22
Analysis: Suspicions remain – despite denials – that the ruck area is being refereed more leniently in Super Rugby, writes Patrick McKendry.
Fri, Mar 20
The Moana Pasifika head coach distanced himself from a 1News report last week but was more forthcoming at Eden Park today.
Sun, Mar 15
Moana struggle with their discipline against rivals before head coach Tana Umaga drops big All Blacks hint.
The Moana Pasifika head coach has distanced himself from a story linking him to the All Blacks but had a lot more to say about his former franchise.
Thu, Mar 12
Umaga, currently the Moana Pasifika head coach, is in frame to join Dave Rennie's team and will play an important role with the cultural reset.
Wed, Mar 11
Beauden Barrett's quality in his first game back helped expose the Crusaders at Eden Park, writes sports reporter Patrick McKendry.
Mon, Mar 9
The men from Canberra scored eight tries in thrashing the Crusaders in Christchurch - the first time they have won in the city since 2000.
Sun, Feb 22
1News writer Patrick McKendry runs the rule over Super Rugby Pacific's opening round which featured a mixture of performances.
Sun, Feb 15
Taylor said he was "gutted" for Scott Robertson but there was now an opportunity for a new head coach to reassert New Zealand's dominance.
Wed, Feb 4
Ground-breaking loose forward Miracle Fai'ilagi will lead the side in the absence of Savea in 2026.
Tue, Jan 13
The Crusaders will have the honour of playing in the first competitive match at Te Kaha, with four other matches scheduled there for Anzac weekend.
August 11, 2025
Wing Kyren Taumoefolau has signed a two-year deal with the Chiefs - putting him more firmly into the All Blacks' mix.
August 4, 2025
Moana Pasifika captain and All Black Ardie Savea's comments point to seriousness of club's financial issues.
July 1, 2025
Ngani Laumape is back in New Zealand after three years in Japan and will play for Moana Pasfika for the next two seasons.
June 10, 2025
Analysis: The Chiefs will be joined in the Super playoffs by fellow Kiwi sides the Crusaders, Hurricanes and Blues and all four hit form at the weekend, writes Patrick McKendry.
June 1, 2025
Moana's focus is on their crunch game against the Hurricanes rather than the 13-try demolition in Hamilton, says playmaker Jackson Garden-Bachop.
May 27, 2025
Hurricanes midfielder is sure former skipper Ardie Savea will be received well by the home crowd in a crucial final-round match at the Cake Tin.
May 26, 2025
Analysis: By smashing Moana Pasifika, the Chiefs took a big step towards qualifying as top seeds and owning the fear factor, writes Patrick McKendry.
May 25, 2025
Ardie Savea may be the hero on the field, but on the sidelines, the accolade belongs to Phillip Enari.
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May 24, 2025
