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'Opened the stadium on the right note": Former and current Crusaders coaches on the brand new stadium

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Newstalk ZB,
Publish Date
Sat, 25 Apr 2026, 3:55pm
Photo / Alyse Wright
Photo / Alyse Wright

'Opened the stadium on the right note": Former and current Crusaders coaches on the brand new stadium

Author
Newstalk ZB,
Publish Date
Sat, 25 Apr 2026, 3:55pm

The Crusaders christened their new stadium with a 35-20 triumph over the Waratahs to kickoff Super Rugby's Super Round in Christchurch. 

The hosts responded to going down 6-nil early, to lead 14-13 at the break, before running in five tries to two. 

Former Crusaders Coach Robbie Deans and current Assistant Coach Matt Todd joined Piney for a chat about the new stadium and what it means for the city, and a few tales of their time coaching and playing. 

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