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Queenstown is the leading option should the six New Zealand-based Super Rugby franchises form a playing hub for the season's kick-off in mid-February

Queenstown is the leading option should the six New Zealand-based Super Rugby franchises form a playing hub for the season's kick-off in mid-February

29 January 2022

There are reports that New Zealand Rugby, the Players' Association and the six teams are in discussions over forming a bubble, in order to reduce the risk of postponing or cancelling matches amid New Zealand's omicron outbreak.

Crusaders CEO Colin Mansbridge says Queenstown is plan A, and reveals why.

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