Super Rugby Pacific 2025

[Dan54]

Shaun Stevenson off to Kubota & could debut as soon as Saturday...

But it's only for six games max then he's due to rejoin Tribe for Super Rugby 2025 (will likely miss Rounds 1 - 3) after which it's back to Kubota: the reporting I've seen* doesn't mention any Harbour commitments so not sure if he's been released from them or will play some or all of NPC before leaving NZ.

* Edit: NZHurld story says it's unclear if he'll play NPC so maybe that's still the subject of negotiations.

Really like this outcome, he been released from NZR contract, but not Chiefs one. By letting him play a few games in Japan now he will be pretty pro Chiefs during season, rather than a reluctant player? I actually think ENS will do pretty well in 15 jersey anyway.

 

[waiopehu oldboy]

^ they're classing is as a sabbatical so he's still under contract to NZR. Agree it's a good outcome for all concerned.

 

[waiopehu oldboy]

Havili confirmed as CruSadists' captain for 2025 (after which he's off contract):

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