A Beauden Barrett penalty goal in golden point has allowed the Blues to escape an inspired Super Round comeback from the Queensland Reds with a 36-33 win.

The Blues have claimed cross-city bragging rights with a 43-7 win over Moana Pasifika at Eden Park to round out Super Rugby Pacific round five..

Blues head coach Vern Cotter will conclude his tenure as part of a managed transition with the franchise at the end of the 2026 Super Rugby Pacific season.

The Olympic Gold medal-winning Black Ferns Sevens sweep the New Zealand Rugby Awards in 2024.

Blues head coach Vern Cotter signs a one-year extension with the Blues, staying until the end of 2026 season.

Caleb Clarke extends his commitment to NZ Rugby, the Blues and Auckland through to the end of 2025