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The Crusaders have overcome early adversity to beat the Hurricanes 33-25 in the Super Rugby Pacific opener in Christchurch.
The hosts went down to 14 men after just four minutes —with lock Scott Barrett yellow-carded— and trailed 14-nil.
Coach Rob Penney has praised his side's fight.
Sky Sport rugby analyst and Commentator Tony Johnson joined D'Arcy Waldegrave to review the two opening games.
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