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A Crusaders loose forward recruit will provide a point of interest in this afternoon's pre-season Super Rugby match against the Highlanders in Timaru

30 January 2026

A Crusaders loose forward recruit will provide a point of interest in this afternoon's pre-season Super Rugby match against the Highlanders in Timaru

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