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Crusaders spark into life with late power surge

By OLIVER SINCLAIR
THE Crusaders started the defence of their Super Rugby title with a 45-23 bonus-point win over the Chiefs.
In August, Crusaders were crowned champions for the first time since 2008 and set about trying to claim back-to-back titles with a success at AMI Stadium.
Scott Robertson’s side outscored their New Zealand rivals by seven tries to two, finishing strongly after Chiefs led 20-19 midway through the second half.
“The boys are blowing pretty hard,” said Crusaders captain Sam Whitelock, whose side were reduced to 14 men twice in the first half.
“It&...

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