Joe Moody leaves the field with an injury during the match between the Crusaders and the Hurricanes in Wellington on April 11. Photo: GettyAll Blacks and Crusaders prop Joe Moody is set to undergo surgery and faces a lengthy stint on the sidelines. Moody was taken from the field with plantar fasciitis in his left foot 26 minutes into the Crusaders' win over the Hurricanes on April 11, in his 100th game of Super Rugby. While the extent of the injury was unclear following the game, Crusaders coach Scott Robertson has now confirmed Moody will be out for four to five months. The Crusaders put an end to the Blues' chances of making the Super Rugby Aotearoa final in the match, while booking a home final against the Chiefs.

Source: Otago Daily Times April 25, 2021 18:00 UTC