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Crusaders beat Blues to maintain momentum
The Crusaders have continued to build momentum into their Super Rugby campaign with a clinical 23-3 win over the Blues that moves them into second spot in the New Zealand conference.
Crusaders v Blues
AMI Stadium, Christchurch, Saturday 5.35pm (AEST)
Brumbies blow chance to pull clear on table
CHRIS DUTTON The in-form Brumbies came crashing back to earth when they missed a chance to go well clear at the top of the Australian conference on Sunday.
Live: Brumbies v Crusaders
DAVID POLKINGHORNE Catch all the action from Canberra Stadium as the Brumbies take on arch rivals the Crusaders.
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Brumbies look to revive glory days of code's great rivalry
CHRIS DUTTON They were rugby's dominant teams a decade ago, contesting three finals in five years.
Penalty count gives Rebels more heartache
Melissa Woods Outstanding performances from Wallabies Scott Higginbotham and James O'Connor could not prevent the Melbourne Rebels having another Super Rugby victory snatched from their grasp as the Crusaders stole a 30-26 win.
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Heartbreak for Rebels as Taylor-made Crusaders sneak home
Melissa Woods The Melbourne Rebels have suffered another heart-breaking defeat with the Crusaders coming from behind for a 30-26 win in their Super Rugby clash in Christchurch.
Crusaders outmuscle winless Highlanders
WELLINGTON: The Crusaders inflicted more misery on the winless Highlanders with a 24-8 Super Rugby win at AMI Stadium in Christchurch on Saturday.
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Pitch invaders mar Force win
Crusaders centre Ryan Crotty tackled a pitch invader in the dying minutes of the Western Force's 16-14 Super Rugby triumph in Perth on Saturday night.
Crusaders bank on Carter to be at forceful best
Duncan Johnstone The Crusaders will look to Dan Carter to help them finish a tour that is in the balance after their disappointing loss to the Sharks in Durban.
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Dagg back on bench for Crusaders
All Blacks fullback Israel Dagg will be eased back onto the Crusaders reserve bench when a team featuring three starting changes face the Sharks in Durban on Saturday.
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Rampant Crusaders belt visiting Kings
Zac Guildford made a winning return as the Crusaders overwhelmed the Southern Kings 55-20 in a lop-sided Super Rugby match at Christchurch on Saturday.
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Guildford named on bench for Crusaders
Zac Guildford is poised to make his Super Rugby playing return this weekend but Crusaders playmaker Dan Carter has confirmed he is unavailable for next month's trip to South Africa due to the pending birth of his first child.
Capital gains being made with Brumbies' fine form
PAUL CULLY Influence in Australian rugby is shifting from Brisbane to Canberra.
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Crusaders rediscover Super Rugby form
Seven-times Super Rugby champions the Crusaders recorded their first win from three games this season with an up-tempo 41-19 six-try win over the previously unbeaten Bulls at AMI Stadium in Christchurch on Saturday.
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Humiliated Crusaders will fight on unbowed
Richard Knowler This has been no ordinary week at Camp Crusaders.
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Blues put Crusaders to the sword
The Blues demolished arch-rivals the Crusaders 34-15 on Friday to maintain their early season momentum and show they will be a force to be reckoned with in this year's Super Rugby.
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Dagg shifted to wing for Crusaders
All Blacks fullback Israel Dagg has been shifted to the left wing to accommodate Tom Taylor in the Crusaders' side to face the Blues.
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Relegation from leadership role meant to lighten Carter's workload
Richard Knowler Todd Blackadder's plan to rejuvenate Dan Carter has resulted in the playmaker losing the Crusaders vice-captain's job.
Crusaders ready to pounce if code-hopper fluffs his lines
Richard Knowler, NZF THE Crusaders will score an early hit if they can fill multiple code-hopper Israel Folau's head with self-doubt on Thursday night.
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All Blacks boost Crusaders for Tahs test
All Blacks Kieran Read, Sam Whitelock and Dan Carter have bolstered the Crusaders' starting line-up for their third Super Rugby pre-season match against the Waratahs in Sydney on Thursday.
Ma'a Nonu stars for Highlanders on debut
Richard Knowler Ma'a Nonu's value for the Highlanders was immediately on show on Friday when his new team beat the Crusaders 38-21 in their pre-season match at Whitestone Contracting Stadium in Oamaru.
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Bateman's late intercept seals win for Canes
Jacob Page Mark Hammett was the happier coach after his Hurricanes beat the Crusaders 27-26 in their first Super Rugby pre-season hit-out in Timaru yesterday, but Crusaders' coach Todd Blackadder was far from downcast.
Super Rugby newcomers get chance for Crusaders
Crusaders coach Todd Blackadder is taking the opportunity to test his new squad members in Saturday's pre-season Super Rugby warm-up against the Hurricanes in Timaru.
Guildford under investigation
All Blacks and Crusaders wing Zac Guildford has voluntarily stood down from involvement with the Crusaders after a late-night incident in Christchurch.
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Crusader winger Maitland joins Glasgow
Crusaders winger Sean Maitland has farewelled a promising New Zealand rugby career to sign with Scottish club Glasgow Warriors.
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All Blacks captain McCaw to miss 2013 Super Rugby
All Blacks captain Richie McCaw is to take an extended break from rugby, sitting out next year's Super 15 championship and the June Tests against France, Crusaders officials confirmed on Sunday.
