Mike ThorpeSenior journalist·NZ Herald·8 Jun, 2026 12:00 AM3 mins to read‌Christchurch's new covered stadium has been packed out for all games so far – will it continue this weekend? Photo / PhotosportChristchurch's new covered stadium has been packed out for all games so far – will it continue this weekend? Photo / PhotosportSince Super Round opened One New Zealand Stadium in April, the covered arena has only known full houses – selling out all three days and a further four Crusaders matches in a row.It’s unlikely the reigning champs will play at home again this year, though not impossible.

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