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    Scott Barrett will captain the Crusaders in 2020

    Scott Barrett will captain the Crusaders in 2020


    The lock will replace Sam Whitelock, to help the side attempt to win a fourth straight Super Rugby title.

    Crusaders coach Scott Robertson has endorsed his pick on Sky Sport.



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