What brand makes the Waikato Chiefs rugby shirt?

Classic Sportswear produce the official Waikato Chiefs rugby shirt and kit range. They hold the official licensing rights for all five New Zealand Super Rugby franchises - Chiefs, Blues, Crusaders, Highlanders and Hurricanes. We stock the full Classic Sportswear Chiefs range at Rugbystuff.com.

Where can I buy a Chiefs rugby jersey in the UK?

Rugbystuff.com stocks the official Classic Sportswear Waikato Chiefs jersey range in the UK with same-day dispatch on orders placed before 3pm and free delivery on orders over £100. We also ship internationally via DHL on a duties-paid basis.

What is the Gallagher Chiefs jersey?

Gallagher is the naming rights sponsor of the Waikato Chiefs, which is why the team is sometimes referred to as the Gallagher Chiefs. The jersey carries the Gallagher branding as part of the official replica design. We stock the current Gallagher Chiefs jersey at Rugbystuff.com.

Do you stock Chiefs retro and heritage jerseys?

Yes. We stock heritage and retro Chiefs jerseys from Classic Sportswear, including classic designs inspired by the Super 12 and Super 14 eras. Stock varies and older season jerseys sell through without restocking, so check the collection for current availability.

Do you stock Chiefs shorts as well as jerseys?

Yes. We stock Waikato Chiefs shorts from Classic Sportswear alongside the match jerseys. The shorts follow the same black, red and yellow colourway as the home jersey and are available while stock lasts.

What Super Rugby competition do the Chiefs play in?

The Chiefs compete in Super Rugby Pacific, the premier southern hemisphere club competition featuring eleven teams from New Zealand, Australia and the Pacific Islands. The Chiefs are one of the founding franchises, having competed since Super Rugby launched in 1996, and are among the most successful sides in the competition's history.

Can I get a Chiefs jersey personalised with a name and number?

Yes. Rugbystuff.com offers a jersey personalisation service covering names, numbers and initials. Printing is done in-house and in most cases does not affect dispatch time. Note that personalised items cannot be returned or exchanged except in the case of a manufacturing fault.

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About the Waikato Chiefs

The Chiefs represent the Waikato, Bay of Plenty and Counties Manukau regions of New Zealand and are based in Hamilton. They are one of the most successful clubs in Super Rugby history, with two titles to their name with back-to-back championships in 2012 and 2013. The franchise plays in black, red and yellow - a distinctive combination that sets them apart from the other New Zealand sides - and carries the Gallagher naming rights sponsorship, which is why you'll sometimes see them referred to as the Gallagher Chiefs.

Classic Sportswear hold the official kit licence for the Chiefs and all five New Zealand Super Rugby franchises. Their jerseys are produced to replica specification - the same design as the match-worn shirt, in a fit suited to supporter and everyday wear.

Chiefs Jersey Range

The current season home jersey is the core of the collection. The replica follows the same black, red and yellow design worn by the team in Super Rugby Pacific competition, with the Chiefs crest and Gallagher sponsorship branding. Classic Sportswear sizing runs true to size on replica jerseys, and the range covers standard adult sizes through to larger fits.

Rugby Shorts are also available as part of the current range - worth knowing if you want the full matchday look, and the Chiefs shorts in particular are popular from supporters wanting the complete kit.

Chiefs Heritage and Retro Jerseys

The heritage and retro shirt range is one of the strengths of the Classic Sportswear Chiefs collection. Super Rugby is approaching its 30th anniversary, and the early Chiefs jerseys from the Super 12 and Super 14 eras carry real nostalgia value for supporters who have followed the franchise since the beginning. Classic jersey designs from the competition's formative years are available while stock lasts - they make strong gifts for long-term Chiefs fans and collectors.

Chiefs Kit in the UK

Chiefs kit can be hard to find in the UK outside of specialist retailers. Rugbystuff.com is based in Edinburgh and stocks the full Classic Sportswear Chiefs range year round, with same-day dispatch before 3pm and free delivery on UK orders over £100. We also ship internationally via DHL on a duties-paid basis - useful for supporters based in New Zealand, Australia or further afield who want to order from a UK stockist.