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The Chiefs are refusing to underestimate a wounded Crusaders side ahead of tonight's Super Rugby grand final rematch in Hamilton

The Chiefs are refusing to underestimate a wounded Crusaders side ahead of tonight's Super Rugby grand final rematch in Hamilton

28 February 2026

The defending champions are oh-and-two to start the season, having shelled 50 points to the Brumbies in Christchurch last week.

Chiefs coach Jono Gibbes knows overconfidence is dangerous against the defending champions.

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