Super Rugby Pacific: Crusaders name blockbuster lineup for the Blues final
The Crusaders have named a powerful starting lineup for the much anticipated inaugural Super Rugby Pacific final against the Blues at Eden Park on Saturday.
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Crusaders forward Matera cleared to play Super Rugby final
Crusaders forward Pablo Matera was cleared on Wednesday to play in the Super Rugby Pacific final against the Blues in a major boost for the 10-time champions.
Super Rugby Pacific: Crusaders hope Pablo Matera will be available for the final after red card against the Chiefs
Crusaders coach Scott Robertson is hoping that Argentinian flank Pablo Matera will be available for the Super Rugby Pacific final after being sent off in the semi-final.
Crusaders win staggering 27th straight home knockout match to reach Super Rugby final
An impregnable defence and two tries to Cullen Grace saw the Crusaders overpower the Chiefs 20-7 in a ferocious Super Rugby semi-final in Christchurch on Friday.
Today's rugby news as Test star escapes red card for dangerous tip-tackle and fans fume over 'mental' decision
Here are your rugby headlines for Saturday, May 28.
Crusaders down Reds 28-15 in Christchurch
The Canterbury Crusaders eased to a 28-15 win over the Queensland Reds in Christchurch on Friday to lock down second spot in Super Rugby and book a home playoff with the same team.
Rugby-Matera keeps Argentine flag flying in Super Rugby
SYDNEY (Reuters) - Los Jaguares might be a fading memory from the intercontinental Super Rugby competition buried by the COVID-19 pandemic, but Pablo Matera is delivering weekly reminders of the quality of Argentine rugby in the new Pacific-oriented version.
Rugby-All Blacks prop Moody out for remainder of season
WELLINGTON (Reuters) - All Blacks prop Joe Moody will miss the remainder of the 2022 season after rupturing an anterior cruciate ligament playing Super Rugby for the Canterbury Crusaders.