Injury rules star Crusaders flanker Ethan Blackadder out of playoffsInjury rules star Crusaders flanker Ethan Blackadder out of playoffs[Photo:Stuff.co.nz]All Blacks and Crusaders flanker Ethan Blackadder has been ruled out of the Super Rugby Pacific playoffs. Blackadder suffered a dislocated shoulder during Friday's 37-15 quarter-final win over the Reds at Christchurch. The Crusaders have confirmed he won't be available for Friday's semi-final against the Chiefs or the final, should they advance. The Crusaders face the Chiefs at 7.05pm Friday and the Blues will play the Brumbies at 7.05pm Saturday. Source: NewshubQuarterfinals

Source: Stuff June 06, 2022 01:03 UTC