The Blues will face off against the Crusaders in a highly anticipated Super Rugby Pacific clash, aiming to secure back-to-back victories against their rivals for the first time since February 2004. Their last encounter saw the Blues triumph 26-6 on 23 March 2024, snapping a four-match losing streak against the Crusaders.
Historically, the Crusaders have dominated this fixture at Apollo Projects Stadium, winning 12 of their last 13 matches against the Blues at the venue. However, the Blues did manage a notable 27-23 victory in April 2022, showing they can compete on this challenging ground.
Currently, the Blues are in formidable form, riding a nine-match winning streak in Super Rugby Pacific, during which they have conceded just 13.2 points per game. This impressive run is their longest since their 15-match streak from March to June 2022.
On the other hand, the Crusaders are looking to bounce back from a rare home defeat, having lost 28-33 to the Queensland Reds on 4 May 2024. They will be keen to avoid consecutive losses at Apollo Projects Stadium, which hasn't happened since April 2015.
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What time is the Super Rugby today? Crusaders vs. Blues kickoff time
The game between the Crusaders and the Blues will kick off at 5.05 pm AEST on May 25.
This clash will be played at Apollo Projects Stadium in New Zealand.
| Timezone | AEST | NZST |
| Kickoff time | 5.05 pm | 7:05 pm |
How to watch or live stream Crusaders vs. Blues
Tonight's game will be broadcast exclusively streamed on Stan Sport.
TV channel | N/A |
Live stream |
This match, and every match across the regular season, will be available for live streaming and replay on Stan Sport.
MORE: Watch every match of Super Rugby Pacific ad-free, live & on demand on the Home of Rugby, Stan Sport.
Crusaders vs. Blues Round 14 team lists
| Crusaders team list | Blues team list |
Crusaders (1-15): Joe Moody, Codie Taylor (c), Fletcher Newell, Antonio Shalfoon, Quinten Strange, Cullen Grace, Ethan Blackadder, Christian Lio-Willie, Noah Hotham, Fergus Burke, Sevu Reece, David Havili, Levi Aumua, Chay Fihaki, Johnny McNicholl RESERVES: George Bell, George Bower, Tamaiti Williams, Jamie Hannah, Tom Christie, Mitch Drummond, Taha Kemara, Dallas McLeod | Blues (1-15): Ofa Tu'ungafasi, Kurt Eklund, Angus Ta'avao, Patrick Tuipulotu (c), Sam Darry, Akira Ioane, Adrian Choat, Hoskins Sotutu, Taufa Funaki, Harry Plummer, AJ Lam, Corey Evans, Rieko Ioane, Mark Telea, Stephen Perofeta RESERVES: Ricky Riccitelli, Joshua Fusitu'a, PJ Sheck, Josh Beehre, Cameron Suafoa, Sam Nock, Cole Forbes, Caleb Tangitau |
