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Head coach Scott Robertson and Richie Mo'unga of the Crusaders hold the Super Rugby Aotearoa trophy after winning the round 9 Super Rugby Aotearoa match between the Crusaders and the Highlanders at Orangetheory Stadium on August 09, 2020 in Christchurch, New Zealand. (Photo by Hannah Peters/Getty Images)

Highlights: Crusaders vs Highlanders

Despite a valiant effort from the Highlanders, the Crusaders once again showed their class in the final quarter to secure the Super Rugby Aotearoa title with a game to spare.

CHRISTCHURCH, NEW ZEALAND - JULY 25: Jordie Barrett of the Hurricanes charges forward during the round 7 Super Rugby Aotearoa match between the Crusaders and the Hurricanes at Orangetheory Stadium on July 25, 2020 in Christchurch, New Zealand. (Photo by Hagen Hopkins/Getty Images)

Highlights: Crusaders vs Hurricanes

A brace of tries from Wes Goosen and a solid kicking display by Jordie Barrett helped the Hurricanes put an end to the Crusaders’ unbeaten 36-game home run.

‘We’re going to Christchurch to win’

Sharks coach Rob du Preez has highlighted the Crusaders’ phase play and ball retention as their greatest strengths ahead of Saturday’s quarter-final in Christchurch.

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