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A long-awaited Super Rugby milestone looms for Crusaders flanker Ethan Blackadder

A long-awaited Super Rugby milestone looms for Crusaders flanker Ethan Blackadder

29 May 2025

The 14-test All Black will bring up his 50th game for the franchise in a return from a hamstring strain against the Brumbies tomorrow night in Canberra.

Blackadder made his Crusaders debut back in 2018, but has struggled for consistent selection due to a catalogue of injuries.

He admits it's been a bit of a slog.

Blackadder's been named on the blindside for the first time this season, with Tom Christie retained in the seven jersey.

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