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# Crusaders

This year
2023
# set in stone
Páirc Uí Chaoimh to host Munster clash of champions tie with Crusaders in 2024
The Irish province previously said that approval was being sought to have the game at the GAA grounds.
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Jul 15th 2023, 2:41 PM
# set in stone
Páirc Uí Chaoimh to host Munster clash of champions tie with Crusaders in 2024
The Irish province previously said that approval was being sought to have the game at the GAA grounds.
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Jul 15th 2023, 2:25 PM
# Grounds For Hope
Cork GAA optimistic about chances of hosting Munster-Crusaders at Páirc Uí Chaoimh
GAA’s Central Council is to assess the suitability of the stadium for the ‘clash of the champions’ game.
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Jul 5th 2023, 8:03 AM
# too strong
Crusaders slay Blues to reach Super Rugby final
ACT Brumbies play the Waikato Chiefs in the other semi-final on Saturday.
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Jun 16th 2023, 10:36 AM
Last year
2022
# Super Rugby
Record defence puts heroic Crusaders into Super final
The 12-times champions extended their remarkable record of never losing a home knockout match.
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Jun 10th 2022, 2:11 PM
# Goat
Crusaders' impeccable record at stake in Super Rugby semi showdown
In 27 years of Super Rugby, the Crusaders have played 26 knockout games at home and never been defeated.
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Jun 9th 2022, 10:48 AM
All time
# CONNECTION
The Irishman working with Ronan O'Gara and La Rochelle on 'themeing'
Mullingar man David Sharkey has been consulting behind the scenes with the French club.
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Dec 4th 2021, 10:00 AM
# Crusaders
Israeli scuba diver discovers ancient Crusader sword
It is estimated to be 900 years old.
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Oct 19th 2021, 3:41 PM
# Heritage
Propping runs in the family for Leinster's new Samoan tighthead Alaalatoa
The 30-year-old has found similarities between the Crusaders and Leinster.
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Oct 8th 2021, 6:30 AM
Crusaders miss out as Blues and Highlanders advance to Super Rugby final
Scott Robertson’s side have been the dominant force in recent years but won’t be part of next weekend’s decider.
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Jun 12th 2021, 10:44 AM
# on fire
'What a luxury... Any other team in the world is taking either Mo'unga or Barrett at 10'
The Crusaders out-half is in superb form and starred again last weekend against the Reds.
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May 24th 2021, 8:45 PM
# Highlights
The Kiwi teams are now 10/10 against the Aussies in Super Rugby
Richie Mo’unga starred again as the Crusaders hammered the Reds.
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May 22nd 2021, 2:07 PM
# Super Rugby
McKenzie penalty sees Chiefs pip Crusaders in dramatic finish
The Crusaders scored three tries to two but were punished for infringements within kicking range as McKenzie landed four penalties.
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Apr 17th 2021, 11:06 AM
# Tighthead
Leinster have signed Samoa prop Michael Alaalatoa ahead of next season
The 29-year-old tighthead will join from the Crusaders in New Zealand.
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Apr 12th 2021, 8:00 PM
# Super Rugby
This stunning try finish the highlight as Crusaders heap more misery on Chiefs
Leicester Fainga’anuku’s brilliant try arrived in the first half.
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Mar 13th 2021, 12:09 PM
# Irish Abroad
23-year-old Birr man Regan makes Super Rugby debut for the Highlanders
The Crusaders came out on top in the Super Rugby Aotearoa opener in Dunedin.
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Feb 26th 2021, 8:07 AM
# connecting
'I was closed in Munster. I was happy with my lot, but my eyes got opened in Crusaders'
La Rochelle head coach Ronan O’Gara says connecting with players is as important as anything else.
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Oct 31st 2020, 7:20 AM
# north v south
'Still early', but EPCR boss says plans for 16-club global rugby tournament 'advancing'
Vincent Gaillard says the tournament should remain ‘exclusive’ by being played once every four years.
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Sep 2nd 2020, 11:02 AM
# Stalemate
Super Rugby goes from world's best to unholy mess
Governing body SANZAAR insists it still has a part to play, even though Australia and New Zealand have left it out in the cold on discussions about Super Rugby’s future.
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Aug 18th 2020, 12:14 PM
# Brain power
Leinster and the Crusaders linked up for a fascinating project during lockdown
The Irish province are viewing the next few months of games like a World Cup.
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Aug 7th 2020, 1:00 AM
# Super Rugby Aotearoa
'Awesome' Hurricanes end Crusaders phenomenal streak
Crusaders suffer first loss at home in 37 games and four years.
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Jul 25th 2020, 11:44 AM
Analysis: Super Rugby sides picking apart lineout seams with sharp attack
The Brumbies scored an excellent try in behind the lineout against the Rebels.
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Jul 7th 2020, 3:59 PM
# Super Rugby
Crusaders cruise to third straight win after sizzling second-half display
In yet another superb game of Super Rugby, the Crusaders finished off the Highlanders in style with three tries in the final quarter.
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Jul 4th 2020, 10:36 AM
# Kick to Score
Analysis: How the Crusaders hurt the Hurricanes with their classy kicking game
Scott Robertson’s side used a variety of kicks to cause major problems in Wellington.
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Jun 22nd 2020, 7:30 PM
# 2023
All Black Barrett signs new deal through to the next World Cup
The Crusaders lock made his New Zealand debut against Ireland back in 2016.
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May 19th 2020, 11:02 AM
# Derbies
We could be watching Super Rugby from New Zealand as soon as next month
The five Kiwi sides are set to play each other home and away over the course of 10 weeks.
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May 7th 2020, 9:28 AM
# Club World Cup
'Leinster playing the Crusaders - who wouldn't want to watch a game like that?'
Leinster senior coach Stuart Lancaster says it would be brilliant to play the best of the Southern Hemisphere.
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Apr 28th 2020, 1:00 AM
# Caught Out
Crusaders respond to video footage of players training together in public during lockdown
‘All of the players involved have acknowledged they made a mistake by sharing equipment.’
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Apr 6th 2020, 2:54 PM
# Business As Usual
First-half blitz sends Crusaders to top of Super Rugby standings
Four tries in the first half helped the champions to see off the Highlanders today in Christchurch.
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Feb 21st 2020, 11:08 AM
# Irish Abroad
Irish prop Jager gets second consecutive Super Rugby start for Crusaders
The 24-year-old has been involved with the Kiwi franchise since 2017.
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Feb 6th 2020, 4:13 PM
# Irish Abroad
Irishmen O'Donnell and Glynn involved in Super Rugby pre-season games
Melbourne Rebels and the Crusaders have handed the Irish pair opportunities.
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Jan 17th 2020, 9:54 AM
# Crusaders
'ROG has been awesome... He’s very determined like all the other Irish are'
Ronan O’Gara has had an influence on several of the All Blacks players.
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Oct 17th 2019, 3:15 PM
# Europa League
Wolves progress in Europe as Jimenez's double downs Crusaders
The Premier League side were comfortable winners tonight and on aggregate.
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Aug 1st 2019, 10:06 PM
# European business
Late goalkeeping error sees Wolves double their lead for Belfast return leg
Molineux toasted Wolves’ return to Europe after 39 years, as they ran out 2-0 winners over Crusaders.
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Jul 25th 2019, 10:20 PM
# great scott
Crusaders boss Robertson 'optimistic' about prospects for All Blacks job
Present assistant coach Ian Foster is thought to be his main rival for the biggest job in rugby.
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Jul 9th 2019, 10:37 AM
# Super Rugby
O'Gara wary of Jaguares threat as Crusaders chase third straight title
‘I know the Argentinians and when they get a sniff they’re dangerous.’
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Jul 5th 2019, 8:36 AM
# Thriller
Crusaders keep Super Rugby three-peat dream alive
Ronan O’Gara’s side are on track for a hat-trick of titles.
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Jun 29th 2019, 11:55 AM
# Northbound
Ronan O'Gara returning to Top 14 as head coach with La Rochelle
The Corkman will leave Christchurch this summer to replace Xavier Garbajosa in Jono Gibbes’ backroom team.
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Jun 12th 2019, 11:00 AM
# Big Turnaround
O'Gara's Crusaders stunned in 10-try thriller after leading by 20 points
The Chiefs side pulled off a shock win over the defending Super Rugby champions in Suva.
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Jun 1st 2019, 3:38 PM
# Super Rugby
Crusaders and NZ Rugby investigate 'very serious' allegations against players
The Super Rugby club’s players are said to be ‘distraught’ about the allegations.
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May 21st 2019, 3:30 PM
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