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Brad Thorn will continue to oversee the Queensland Reds' rebuild after agreeing to a two-year coaching extension at the Super Rugby franchise

Brad Thorn will continue to oversee the Queensland Reds' rebuild after agreeing to a two-year coaching extension at the Super Rugby franchise

7 September 2021

As title winners of the domestic competition and finalists the year before, he has completed an overhaul since his 2018 arrival.

A deal was reached despite Thorn showing a reluctance to commit last season with the code's financial uncertainties under Covid-19.

Surety around the 12-team Super Rugby Pacific competition has helped alleviate concerns and secure his signature for fifth and sixth campaigns.

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