The dates and times have been confirmed for next weekend’s Super Rugby Pacific semi-finals as the Crusaders face the Blues and the Chiefs host the Brumbies.
All Blacks and Blues lock Patrick Tuipulotu has re-committed to the Auckland-based outfit and New Zealand Rugby after inking a new deal through to 2028.
Former All Blacks out-half Carlos Spencer has described himself as “very lucky” after taking up a three-year deal to become head coach at Terenure College.
Beauden Barrett is back in the Blues' starting XV and will start at fly-half as one of several changes for Friday's clash with the Western Force at Eden Park.
