Round 12: Hurricanes, Chiefs lead New Zealand charge for Super 14 title

WELLINGTON, New Zealand — New Zealand’s challenge for the Super 14 rugby title strengthened in the 12th round as the Wellington Hurricanes and Waikato Chiefs assumed the top two places and defending champions Canterbury moved within sight of the playoffs.

Super 14s: Hurricanes move to first spot in Round 11, lights go out on Blues

WELLINGTON, New Zealand — The Wellington Hurricanes vaulted from fourth place to first in the Super 14 rugby standings with an emphatic 56-7 win over the ACT Brumbies on Saturday, as the Bulls deposed former leaders the Waikato Chiefs.

Super 14: Chiefs on top as Sharks falter in 10th round

WELLINGTON, New Zealand — The Waikato Chiefs found themselves in an unaccustomed position on top of the Super 14 rugby table after the 10th round, with a little help from their compatriots the Canterbury Crusaders.