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Crusaders coach Rob Penney is adamant lock Scott Barrett has silenced a few critics after the 31-24 Super Rugby win over the Hurricanes in Wellington

Crusaders coach Rob Penney is adamant lock Scott Barrett has silenced a few critics after the 31-24 Super Rugby win over the Hurricanes in Wellington

12 April 2025

The All Blacks captain has been in the gun over a supposed drop in form, but played a key role in two of the team's five tries.

Penney wasn't surprised by Barrett's performance.

The Crusaders now head the table after the Waratahs took down the Chiefs in Sydney.

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