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Noah Hotham of the Crusaders scores a try in the tackle of Josh Moorby.

Though they may meet again in 2026, the Crusaders have landed a significant psychological blow ahead of the Super Rugby playoffs.

In the final round of the regular season, the Crusaders celebrated Sevu Reece's century with a commanding 47-14 win under the roof at Te Kaha

Without their greatest strike weapon in Will Jordan and with Ethan Blackadder a late scratching, the Crusaders ran riot at their new fortress.