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The Fijian Drua had to sail through rough seas in Christchurch as they were outdone 49-8 by the Crusaders in the Super Rugby Pacific quarterfinals on Saturday night.
Not overly enthused about swapping fullback for the midfield to start with, it's fair to say the move has grown on Crusader David Havili.
“Those weeks for them are tough to watch, but also give them a full tank. Their energy is high, and they've led the week really well.” The return of the aforementioned players has been partially offset by the unavailability of Codie Taylor (All Blacks rest), and loose forward Cullen Grace. Albert Perez/Getty Images Crusaders lock Sam Whitelock is back after sitting out last week’s close shave with the Force in Christchurch. The return of Blackadder, who was knocked out late in the team’s demolition job of the Reds is Brisbane on May 22, is timely against a team which likes to get s...
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“No, I don't think so. I think it's awesome for me because I've been learning off the form player in the world at the moment. I feel like it's a good thing for me,” Burke said. “It’s awesome. Super excited. It's a great opportunity for me to show everyone what I've been working on behind the scenes, and what I've learnt the last couple of years.” Joe Allison/Getty Images Crusaders pivot Fergus Burke pictured in action against the Hurricanes in Chirstchurch in March. He moved to the Garden City the following year, before cracking the Canterbury-19s, and representing the New Zeala...