The Crusaders have revealed prop Fletcher Newell played through the Super Rugby final with a significant knee injury
The Crusaders have revealed prop Fletcher Newell played through the Super Rugby final with a significant knee injury
22 June 2025
Newell was influential for the full 80 minutes in the 16-12 win over the Chiefs.
Assistant coach Dan Perrin revealed the 22-test prop's status.
Newell allayed any concern as the Crusaders celebrated a record-extending 15th title.
A grade two tear can take four to six weeks to heal, meaning Newell could miss the upcoming All Blacks tests against France.
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