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Trans-Tasman Super Rugby matches returning in 2021 - report

November 12, 2020
Richie Mo'unga. Crusaders vs. Highlanders. Super Rugby Aotearoa. Orangetheory Stadium, Christchurch, New Zealand, Sunday 9 August 2020. © Copyright image by Martin Hunter / www.photosport.nzn

The Crusaders-Highlanders match has been delayed by the day in the hope that alert level restrictions will change and fans will be allowed to attend in New Zealand. (Source: Photosport)

Trans-Tasman Super Rugby could be back in 2021.

The Sydney Morning Herald report an announcement is days away surrounding a six-week, 10-team trans-Tasman competition.

New Zealand and Australia's rugby unions are finalising the last few details for the tournament which would see the top two teams on the ladder facing off in a final.

The concept is similar to that which will be used for Super Rugby Aotearoa which starts in February.

The Trans-Tasman competition is understood to start in May, after New Zealand's domestic campaign.

The financial boost from the increase in home games with crowds along with a new $114 million broadcast deal, will give the franchises a chance to improve their finances.

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