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Super Rugby Pacific 2024: The Ultimate Guide to Teams, Players, and Predictions

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Get ready for an epic season of Super Rugby Pacific with the top 100 New Zealand players, team breakdowns, and match predictions!

Super Rugby Pacific 2024 is set to kick off with a bang, and fans are buzzing with excitement as the countdown begins. The Herald's annual rankings of the top 100 New Zealand players in the competition have sparked debates and discussions among rugby enthusiasts. From the Chiefs' all-time XV to the stars, recruits, and rookies to watch out for, this season promises to be one for the books.

As the anticipation builds for the opening matches, fans are eager to see how the Australian teams will fare in the competition. With Aussie props dominating the top 10 players list, the pressure is on for teams like the ACT Brumbies and NSW Waratahs to deliver stellar performances. Additionally, the spotlight is on the Chiefs, Crusaders, Moana Pasifika, and the Fijian Drua as they gear up for a thrilling start to the season.

The burning question on everyone's mind is whether the Crusaders can maintain their dominance in Super Rugby Pacific. With Scott Robertson no longer at the helm, the team faces new challenges and uncertainties. Will they continue their winning streak, or will other teams rise to the occasion and claim the title?

In the midst of all the excitement and predictions, rugby legend Jeff Wilson weighs in on what to expect from this year's competition. With rounds full of thrilling matchups and unexpected results, Super Rugby Pacific 2024 is shaping up to be a season like no other.

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Ranking New Zealand's top 100 Super Rugby Pacific players (New Zealand Herald)

The Herald is back with our annual rankings of the top 100 New Zealand players in Super Rugby Pacific. As has been the case around the competition, there's.

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Chiefs: Super Rugby all-time XV (New Zealand Herald)

As the countdown to the kickoff of Super Rugby Pacific 2024 on February 23 gathers momentum, the Herald has examined the country's teams, unravelling their.

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Super Rugby guide: The stars, recruits and rookies to lead ... (The Sydney Morning Herald)

This season could be what defines the long-term success of rugby on our shores, and we've broken down the players key to salvaging Australian Super Rugby.

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Brisbane news live: WFH and the future of Brisbane's CBD; Where ... (Brisbane Times)

BMX racing veteran Lauren Reynolds has been to three Olympic Games and the lessons learnt have her daring to dream of a podium spot in Paris this year.

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Super Rugby's top 10 players: Aussie props dominate, but Kiwi ... (The Roar)

10. Allan Alaalatoa – ACT Brumbies · 9. Scott Barrett – Crusaders · 8. Rob Valetini – ACT Brumbies · 7. Angus Bell – NSW Waratahs · 6. Taniela Tupou – Melbourne ...

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Five storylines ahead of Super Rugby Pacific's start including a ... (planetrugby.com)

The Chiefs and Crusaders, Moana Pasifika's new coach Tana Umaga and the Fijian Drua will all be in the spotlight this weekend. The 2024 Super Rugby Pacific ...

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Super Rugby Pacific 2024: Crusaders' Rolls Royce is now a Toyota (RugbyPass)

How will the Crusaders fare without super coach Scott Robertson? The burning question of Super Rugby Pacific 2024 is answered.

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Can the Crusaders continue their Super Rugby dominance? (RNZ)

Super Rugby Pacific is back for another year and as sure as night follows day, the Crusaders are one of the favourites to win the competition.

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'Expect something different' Jeff Wilson on 2024 Super Rugby ... (Stuff.co.nz)

The Sky Sport commentator speaks with Newsable about what this year's competition could bring.

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Super Rugby Pacific 2024: Round 1 Predictions (Superbru)

Chiefs v Crusaders: Chiefs by 4 · Rebels v Brumbies: Brumbies by 13 · Force v Hurricanes: Hurricanes by 18 · Blues v Fijian Drua: Blues by 21 · Highlanders v Moana ...

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Moana Pasifika Match Versus Melboure Rebels Moved (Super Rugby)

Waikato rugby fans get a boost as match moves to FMG Stadium in Hamilton. Moana Pasifika's home DHL Super Rugby Pacific match against the Melbourne Rebels on ...

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Poor ground condition forces Moana Pasifika to shift Super Rugby ... (RNZ)

Issues with the turf at North Harbour Stadium has forced Moana Pasifika to move a Super Rugby match to Hamilton.

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Super unpredictability the order after key All Blacks exits - ESPN (ESPN)

Challenges, Super Rugby Pacific faces a few. In an increasingly competitive market, sport needs its drawcards front and centre to consistently captivate and ...

Moana Pasifika have been forced to move their third-round Super ... (NZCity)

Moana Pasifika have been forced to move their third-round Super Rugby Pacific match away from North Harbour Stadium, to Waikato Stadium... due to turf ...

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LIVE: Australian rugby's 'forensic' exam begins (Wide World of Sports)

Welcome to Wide World of Sports' LIVE coverage of the opening night of the 2024 Super Rugby Pacific season...

Moana Pasifika have been forced to move their third-round Super ... (NZCity)

A Moana Pasifika statement says North Harbour operator Tataki Auckland Unlimited isn't confident the playing surface will be good enough for professional ...

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And then there were four? Welcome to a Super Rugby season like ... (The Sydney Morning Herald)

With the Crusaders losing talent, and in all likelihood a swansong campaign for the Rebels looming, at least one Australian side might just see a ...

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10 unforgettable Super Rugby moments (RNZ)

With another Super Rugby season kicking off tonight, RNZ sport takes a look at 10 unforgettable moments from the competition.

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Six talking points ahead of the Chiefs' Super Rugby Pacific season (New Zealand Herald)

As the countdown to the Super Rugby Pacific 2024 kickoff on Friday gathers momentum, the Herald has examined the talking points for each team.

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Super Rugby Pacific kicks off between Crusaders and Chiefs (RNZ)

Well, the rugby season has arrived. Super Rugby Pacific kicks off this evening with a rematch last year's final between the defending champion Crusaders and ...

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Super unpredictability the order after key All Blacks exits - ESPN (ESPN Australia)

Challenges, Super Rugby Pacific faces a few. In an increasingly competitive market, sport needs its drawcards front and centre to consistently captivate and ...

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Live updates: Super Rugby Pacific – Chiefs v Crusaders from ... (Newshub)

Kia ora, good evening and welcome to Newshub's live coverage of the Super Rugby Pacific season opener between the Chiefs and Crusaders at Hamilton's FMG Stadium ...

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Rosie Ferguson to bring 'Manilla magic' to Waratahs Super Rugby W ... (NBN News)

Manilla's Rosie Ferguson will get her first taste of Super Rugby W action tomorrow - named in the Waratahs' first trial against the Brumbies. The 23-y.

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Super Rugby Pacific as it happened: Chiefs down Crusaders 33-29 ... (RNZ)

The Chiefs and Crusaders have opened the Super Rugby Pacific season at FMG Stadium in Hamilton in a thrilling rematch of last year's dramatic final.

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Chiefs pip champions Crusaders in Super Rugby opener (Super Rugby)

Some Damian McKenzie magic and tries from flanker Kaylum Boshier, halfback Xavier Roe and electric winger Etene Nanai-Seturo had the cowbells ringing at Waikato ...

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Crusaders player ratings vs Chiefs | Super Rugby Pacific 2024 (RugbyPass)

The Crusaders and Chiefs approached the opening game of the 2024 Super Rugby Pacific season with two very different outlooks on the match.

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Chiefs hold off champions Crusaders to win Super Rugby opener (FRANCE 24)

Replacement fly-half Josh Ioane landed two late penalties to give the Waikato Chiefs a 33-29 home victory over defending champions the Canterbury Crusaders ...

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Chiefs v Crusaders result: Super Rugby opens in style as Chiefs win ... (New Zealand Herald)

Chiefs 33 Crusaders 29 Never, ever, write off the Crusaders . There's an inherent danger in casting sweeping judgements on one game, in round one no less.

Rugby-Chiefs pip champions Crusaders in dramatic Super Rugby ... (Nasdaq)

The Waikato Chiefs got a measure of revenge for their loss in last year's Super Rugby Pacific final with a 33-29 victory over the Canterbury Crusaders in ...

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Super Rugby Pacific: Chiefs avenge 2023 final defeat with season ... (Newshub)

The All Blacks utility hobbled off early in the second half, but his team rallied for victory.

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Chiefs edge Crusaders in Super Rugby opener (FBC News)

In the opening match of the new Super Rugby Pacific season, the Waikato Chiefs secured a 33-29 victory over the Canterbury Crusaders in Hamilton.

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Live: Super Rugby Pacific - Chiefs vs Crusaders in Hamilton (Stuff.co.nz)

Follow live coverage from Hamilton in a blockbuster season opener and rematch of last year's grand final.

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Chiefs hold off champions Crusaders to win Super Rugby opener (FRANCE 24)

Replacement fly-half Josh Ioane landed two late penalties to give the Waikato Chiefs a 33-29 home victory over defending champions the Canterbury Crusaders ...

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Hurricanes blow Force away with first-half stunner (Super Rugby)

The Western Force have been made to pay dearly for a woeful first half in a 44-14 Super Rugby Pacific loss to the Hurricanes at Perth's HBF Park.

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Super Rugby Pacific: Western Force thrashed 44-14 by Hurricanes ... (The West Australian)

The Western Force have begun their Super Rugby Pacific season on a sour note, turning in an error-riddled performance to go down 44-14 to the Hurricanes at ...

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Super Rugby Pacific: Hurricanes blow hapless Western Force off ... (Newshub)

The NZ side were scarcely troubled in Perth, streaking to a 22-0 lead at halftime and never looking back, running in six tries to two to add a bonus point to ...

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BUCS Super Rugby: Bath v Exeter - Team Bath (Team Bath)

The crunch South West derby on Wednesday 6th March 2024 is free to watch at the University of Bath, kick-off 6.30pm.

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'You're kidding?': Uproar over 'smart' mouthguards (Wide World of Sports)

There were some furrowed brows at a crunch moment of the match when one star player was dragged off for an...

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Rebels routed as debt-riddled club crushed in nightmare Super ... (Fox Sports)

Those players fronted up on Friday night, the club's dirty laundry well and truly aired, $22 million in debts, bailouts being hunted, against a team they'd lost ...

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Melbourne Rebels' woes continue with humiliating 30-3 defeat to ... (ABC News)

The Melbourne Rebels' off-field troubles are reflected in their opening Super Rugby Pacific performance against the ACT Brumbies, with the cash-strapped ...

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'Look at the way the AFL has invested': Rebels fans call on Rugby ... (The Sydney Morning Herald)

Disappointed Melbourne Rebels fans are bracing for the loss of their club and want the sport's governing body to do more to save the team after a sad start ...

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Five things we learnt from Force-Hurricanes (Rugby.com.au)

The Hurricanes were in complete control as they left Perth with full points thanks to a 44-14 victory over the Force.

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Hurricanes pump Western Force as Achilles heel exposed again in ... (The Roar)

Simon Cron might have been one of the most active head coaches in the off-season market, but until he can find a front-row he…

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Cron bullish on 'quick fixes' after first-up Hurricanes defeat (Western Force)

And co-captain Nic White said it was not all doom and gloom with players itching to make amends. The Kiwi outfit crossed for six tries, scoring 22 points in ...

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LIVE: Goalkicker stunned by bizarre ball steal (Wide World of Sports)

Welcome to Wide World of Sports' LIVE coverage of Saturday's Super Rugby Pacific action, including the Red...

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Sullivan, Sototu score doubles as Blues down Drua (Super Rugby)

Fiji rugby's long season of success has come to a sudden end when the Fijian Drua were beaten 34-10 by the Blues in the first round of Super Rugby Pacific.

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Super Rugby Pacific: Confusion reigns as smart mouth guards have ... (RNZ)

Analysis - Quinten Strange and Anton Lienert-Brown were deemed to have suffered head acceleration events, the problem was neither player agreed, ...

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Mouthguard technology strikes Super Rugby teething problems (FRANCE 24)

Canterbury Crusaders captain Scott Barrett described the mandatory safety initiative as "a step too far" after his team were affected in their 33-29 loss to ...

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Blues win big over Fijian Drua in Super Rugby Pacific (RNZ)

The Blues have kicked off their Super Rugby Pacific campaign under new coach Vern Cotter with a 34-10 defeat of Fijian Drua in Whangarei.

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Super Rugby Pacific: Western Force co-captain Nic White and coach ... (The West Australian)

Western Force co-captain Nic White is adamant his side's maligned opening round performance can be fixed quickly after their Super Rugby Pacific season ...

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Super Rugby Pacific: Crusaders captain Scott Barrett calls out 'smart ... (Newshub)

Scott Barrett says a "happy medium" needs to be found, after two players were reluctantly pulled from the field during the Chiefs' thrilling Super Rugby ...

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Chiefs upset Crusaders in Super Rugby opener but smart ... (New Zealand Herald)

Crusaders captain Scott Barrett has questioned the mandatory use of smart mouthguards after several players were left baffled by their removal from Super...

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Super Rugby Pacific LIVE: Reds win 40-22 in Brisbane (Brisbane Times)

They faced each other in a one-sided trial two weeks ago, but it's a much-changed NSW side heading back to Queensland for tonight's clash at Suncorp ...

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Super Rugby Pacific LIVE: Grudge match starts season for Tahs and ... (WAtoday)

On Friday, Tahs' coach Darren Coleman spoke movingly about the neck injury sustained by Wallabies centre Lalakai Foketi and how it has affected the squad.

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Highlanders overcome spirited Moana Pasifika (Super Rugby)

Coming off the back of a one-win season, the visitors came out firing in Tama Umaga's first game in charge. Tongan international William Havili kicked two ...

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Highlanders come back against Moana Pasifika in Super Rugby ... (RNZ)

The Highlanders were made to work for their first win of the Super Rugby Pacific season after coming from behind to beat Moana Pasifika 35-21 in Dunedin on ...

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Highlanders v Moana Pasifika result: Jamie Joseph's side take out ... (New Zealand Herald)

All the action from the Highlanders' clash with Moana Pasifika in the opening round of Super Rugby Pacific. -The Highlanders kicked off their campaign with ...

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Super Rugby Pacific: Highlanders' second-half fightback breaks ... (Newshub)

The Highlanders have been forced to come from behind to claim victory in their Super Rugby Pacific season opener, and deny Moana Pasifika a famous win in ...

Patchell Impressive On Super Rugby Debut As Highlanders Win (Barron's)

Wales international Rhys Patchell was influential in his Super Rugby Pacific debut on Saturday as the Otago Highlanders opened their campaign with victory ...

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Young Highlanders face tricky path back to playoffs (Stuff.co.nz)

The southerners will start the season without a current All Black in their matchday squad and need the injury gods to smile on them this year.

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