Matatū have made it two from two to start their Super Rugby Aupiki campaign, holding on for a hard-fought 18–15 win over Hurricanes Poua in wet and testing conditions at Maidstone Park. 

Matatū head north this weekend to take on Hurricanes Poua in Upper Hutt, coming off a record-breaking crowd at One New Zealand Stadium last week and ready to build on that momentum.

Matatū opened their Super Rugby Aupiki campaign in style in Christchurch, delivering a confident and composed performance in front of a record‑breaking crowd at One New Zealand Stadium.

Matatū is set for a special afternoon of rugby tomorrow, with 10,000 tickets sold so far for Saturday’s clash against Chiefs Manawa, and ticket sales are still climbing.

Matatū has named our side for the opening match of the 2026 Super Rugby Aupiki season, set to take on Chiefs Manawa on Saturday 13 June at 4.05pm. 

Matatū is proud to announce a new partnership with Moa Brewing Company, bringing together two iconic South Island brands united by a shared commitment to excellence, authenticity and community.

On Saturday 13 June, Matatū will run out at One New Zealand Stadium for the very first time, and the team is calling on Christchurch to help make it a moment that’ll go down in history.

Matatū is proud to welcome Foodprint, a female-owned and operated business focused on reducing food waste as an official partner for the 2026 Super Rugby Aupiki season. 

Tickets for the 2026 Matatū season are on sale now. Secure your seat early, bring your whānau and be part of a season that’ll make history.

Matatū has confirmed its squad for the 2026 Super Rugby Aupiki season, bringing together a strong core of returning talent and exciting new athletes. 

Matatū has named Grace Brooker as its Captain for the 2026 season. Grace is a leader whose connection to the jersey runs deep, but the appointment isn’t about status or title.

The 2026 draw has landed, and this year is shaping up to be a season to remember. Mark your calendars and get ready for the fifth season of Super Rugby Aupiki!

Matatū has welcomed a familiar face back into the fold, with Blair Baxter appointed Head Coach for the 2026 season. His return marks both a continuation of the legacy he helped build and the start of an exciting new chapter for the club. 

Matatū is proud to announce Blair Baxter as our Head Coach for the 2026 season.

Chey Robins‑Reti is departing Matatū after 3 years in the jersey. Chey joined Matatū with a rare level of experience, coming in as a triple international across sevens, fifteens and league.

Alana Bremner is leaving Matatū to join Ealing Trailfinders in the Premiership Women’s Rugby in England, closing a chapter that’s been central to who we are and how we’ve grown as a club. 

Matatū is proud to welcome Anthony Harper – one of Aotearoa New Zealand’s most established and respected law firms – as our official Legal Partner for the 2026 Super Rugby Aupiki season.

Matatū is proud to celebrate an historic moment for our whānau – Whitney Hansen has been appointed Head Coach of the Black Ferns.

We officially opened our new headquarters at Lincoln University today, marking a major step forward for the team and its connection to the Canterbury region.  

The best of New Zealand’s national and international rugby talent has been recognised in the final round of nominees for this year’s New Zealand Rugby Awards - and we’re proud to see some of our incredible Matatū players in the mix!