Two Crusaders forwards reportedly clashed at training days after the team’s loss to the Blues. Photo / PhotosportTwo Crusaders forwards reportedly clashed at training days after the team’s loss to the Blues. Photo / PhotosportBy RNZDays after a significant loss to the Blues, tensions rose at a Crusaders training on Tuesday with reports of punches thrown. Stuff is reporting forwards Kershawl Sykes-Martin and lock Will Tucker were involved in a dust-up at Rugby Park in Christchurch during a contact session. After training, coach Rob Penney did his best to downplay the tension, telling reporters he was not fazed by the clash between his players, and even welcomed it.

Source: New Zealand Herald March 10, 2026 04:57 UTC