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Returning crowds for Super Rugby Aotearoa will bring welcome cash injection

The opening games of the planned mini-series between New Zealand’s five Super Rugby teams are heading for substantial attendances.

Following the government announcement that the Covid-19 warning had dropped to alert level 1, allowing mass gatherings to take place, ticket sales for the games have surged.

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