Breakdancing out for Crusaders in new era
The Crusaders launch their bid for an eighth straight Super Rugby title on Friday with new head coach Rob Penney out to emulate the stunning success – but not the breakdancing – of Scott Robertson.
The Crusaders launch their bid for an eighth straight Super Rugby title on Friday with new head coach Rob Penney out to emulate the stunning success – but not the breakdancing – of Scott Robertson.
All Blacks try machine Will Jordan will be out for six months because of shoulder surgery, the Crusaders announced, a blow to the defending Super Rugby champions.
Veteran fullback Leigh Halfpenny faces a lengthy spell on the sidelines after a pectoral muscle injury during his brief debut for the Crusaders in Cork.
Vodacom URC champions Munster beat Kiwi giants Crusaders in Cork on Saturday, preceded by Wales and British & Irish Lions star Leigh Halfpenny participating in a haka.
Defending Vodacom URC champions Munster survived a late comeback from the Crusaders to win the Clash of Champions in Cork on Saturday.
The Crusaders’ pre-season kicks off with a sold-out match against Vodacom URC champions Munster at Páirc Uí Chaoimh on Friday, as part of an historic northern tour.
Rassie Erasmus has revealed how his plan for rugby’s answer to T20 cricket, involving the likes of Dan Carter and Richie McCaw, fell apart after resistance from New Zealand.
In a major coup for the Crusaders, the Super Rugby champions have re-signed one of New Zealand rugby’s all-time leading performers.
Leigh Halfpenny is relishing the chance to play for the Crusaders as the defending Super Rugby champions confirmed that the Welsh star has signed a one-year deal.
Welsh utility back Leigh Halfpenny is reportedly set to join defending Super Rugby champions Crusaders for the 2024 season.