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    Preservation is the reason for skipper Ardie Savea's omission from the Hurricanes' Super Rugby side to face the Rebels in Wellington

    Preservation is the reason for skipper Ardie Savea's omission from the Hurricanes' Super Rugby side to face the Rebels in Wellington


    Halfback TJ Perenara will captain the side with TK Howden shifting from blindside to number eight.

    Coach Jason Holland says Savea's still a lock-in for the playoffs.



    SUPER RUGBY COVERAGE WITH EMPLOYMENT HERO. THE SMARTER WAY TO MANAGE HR, RECRUITMENT AND PAYROLL.

    © 2026 Newstalk ZB, NZCity

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