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    Crusaders pivot Taha Kemara is raring to go for the opening round of Super Rugby Pacific after a rapid nine month rehabilitation from ACL knee surgery

    Crusaders pivot Taha Kemara is raring to go for the opening round of Super Rugby Pacific after a rapid nine month rehabilitation from ACL knee surgery


    The recovery time among rugby players ranges from nine to 12 months.

    Kemara says he's grateful for the Crusaders strength and conditioning team.



    Kemara's set to share the first five duties with Rivez Reihana in this afternoon's final preseason hit out against the Blues in Auckland.

    © 2026 Newstalk ZB, NZCity

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