RECAP: Every 2026 Super Rugby Pacific Squad Revealed
The 2026 Super Rugby Pacific season road starts as 11 teams announce their squads for the upcoming campaign. Marking its 30th anniversary, the competition is set to elevate with global talent joining the franchises. Fans can watch the entire 2026 season live and on demand via Stan Sport.
Teams feature a mix of experienced Test veterans and promising newcomers, all aiming to challenge the defending champions, the Crusaders.
Defending Champions: Crusaders
The Crusaders focus on internal growth aiming for back-to-back titles. They have secured All Black Leicester Fainga’anuku, who returns to Christchurch to strengthen their midfield. Several players have graduated from the Crusaders Academy, earning their first contracts with the most successful Super Rugby team.
Crusaders Squad Highlights
- Props: Finlay Brewis, Fletcher Newell, George Bower, Kershawl Sykes-Martin, Seb Calder, Tamaiti Williams
- Hookers: Codie Taylor, George Bell, Manumaua Letiu
- Academy graduates include Toby Bell, Louie Chapman, Maloni Kunawave, Liam Jack, Manumaua Letiu, and James White.
"All Black Leicester Fainga’anuku is the main signing, heading back to Christchurch to add further weapons to their midfield."
Rugby.com.au provides ongoing updates on squad announcements via its live blog (ALL TIMES AEDT).
Summary: The 30th Super Rugby Pacific season promises thrilling competition as 11 teams, bolstered by fresh and seasoned talent, target dethroning the Crusaders, who focus on homegrown strength for their title defense.
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