Brisbane, Australia, June 1, 2025 (AFP) - Kiss admits NZ sides have the edge as Super Rugby playoffs begin

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2025-06-01
Queensland Reds coach Les Kiss conceded that New Zealand teams have found their "mojo" going into the Super Rugby play-offs and it will be a challenge to break their title-winning dominance. Four New Zealand teams finished in the top six, who will contest the playoffs starting next weekend. Wellington Hurricanes, the Reds and the defending champion Auckland Blues recorded big wins to secure positions four, five and six respectively. The Hurricane......
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