Rugby fans flocked in as professional sport made its return in New Zealand..Israel Dagg claims opposition players “absolutely hate” the Crusaders. Getty-Images Israel Dagg and the Crusaders know what it takes to dominate Super Rugby. "I know playing other teams and talking to players from other teams - I'd have a lot of friends in other teams - they absolutely hate the Crusaders,” Dagg said. Getty-Images Israel Dagg consoles Blues star Jerome Kaino after another Crusaders victoryThe Crusaders open their campaign in Wellington on Sunday afternoon when they play the Hurricanes. Getty-Images Israel Dagg and Chiefs star Anton Lienert-Brown hongi after a 2018 Super Rugby clash.

Source: Stuff June 15, 2020 18:56 UTC