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Pumas loose forward Pablo Matera won't return to Crusaders in 2023

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Pumas loose forward Pablo Matera won't return to Crusaders in 2023

Matera is not coming back for a second season. He is going to Argentina to prepare for the three-match test series against Scotland. The Crusaders won their record-extending 13th title on Saturday. They beat the Blues 21-7 at Eden Park. The team arrived at the Christchurch airport on Sunday morning. There will be a prize giving on Monday. Fletcher Newell and Tamaiti Williams were given a standing ovation. Robertson compared Richie Mo'unga to Steph Curry. It was a reference to the Warriors' recent NBA triumph. McInnes compared the All Blacks to Boston Celtics.

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