Stories by Jamie Wall

A few under-fire players reminded us all just what they're capable of, writes Jamie Wall.

The last weekend had a thriller, a reffing controversy, blow outs and more fun from Rieko on Instagram - Jamie Wall breaks it all down.

Every game has something riding on it, with home ground advantage, bonus points and tie breakers crucial - Jamie Wall tells you what it all means.

Analysis - Some big performances over the weekend would certainly have piqued Scott Robertson's interest, writes Jamie Wall.

Watch: Ilona Maher might have the bigger social media following, but it didn't count for much once the greatest of all time got her hands on the ball. Video

Watch: the present and future of the All Blacks collide tomorrow night in Hamilton when the Chiefs play Moana Pasifika.

Jamie Wall runs his eye over the shoo-ins, bolters, those with points to prove and no hopers.

Ardie Savea has every right to say 'I told you so' after turning Moana Pasifika from pretenders to contenders.

WATCH: The Hurricanes are looking ominously much more like the team that finished in first place at the end of last year's Super Rugby Pacific regular season.

Have you ever asked yourself: what would rugby look like if it was played in a pool? If the answer is yes, hold your breath for some good news.

The inaugural national weight-grade team once again proved too strong for the Sri Lanka national side. Video

For the third year in a row, the game's governing body is in the red - so where's the money going, asks Jamie Wall.

The country's newest representative team scored eight tries against the Sri Lankan test side.

It wasn't entirely convincing, but the defending champions are still alive in 2025.

VIDEO: The NZ Under 85kg side is in Sri Lanka, ready to play up tempo rugby and spread the grade's on and off field traditions.

Vern Cotter isn't shying away from the fact that his team may well have forgotten how to win.

If defence wins championships, the Crusaders just showed their credentials. Video

Even though very few people want to admit it, concussion and its after-effects remains one of the sport's biggest issues.

It was a Good Friday for the Crusaders, but it wasn't enough to stop the Chiefs reclaiming top spot. Video

Tonight's trans-Tasman clash and the Next Ferns programme are steps forward in a big year for the women's game.

The Blues saved their best for their cross-town rivals, while an unlikely scrap erupts in Wellington. Video

Analysis - While one point was the margin of victory, the real difference between the Blues and Hurricanes was the 134-test veteran. Video

Team lists, key stats and news for tonight's Super Rugby Pacific round eight game at Eden Park. Video

To say things haven't gone according to plan for the Blues in their title defence season is putting it mildly.

It is ironic that NZ Rugby have walked out looking pretty clean in regard to a deal they were initially criticised for, writes Jamie Wall.