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    Antonio Shalfoon's determined to take another step up as the Crusaders senior lock - ahead of tomorrow's Super Rugby season opener against the Highlanders in Dunedin

    Antonio Shalfoon's determined to take another step up as the Crusaders senior lock - ahead of tomorrow's Super Rugby season opener against the Highlanders in Dunedin


    The 28-year-old starting 13 games last year - including the final- and proved to be an unsung hero.

    The Crusaders will be without Scott Barrett for the bulk of the campaign, while Quinten Strange has moved on to Japan.

    Shalfoon outlines where he sees his role changing in 2026.



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     Motorsports:
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     General:
    Cooper Woods wins Australia's first gold of 2026 Milano Cortina Winter Olympics 7:27

     Environment:
    It's going to be a wet start to the weekend for much of the North Island 7:27

     Entertainment:
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     Education:
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     International:
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