The Crusaders will open discussions with all relevant parties and would consider changing their team name in wake of the Christchurch terror attacks.
Cape Town – Super Rugby champions, the Crusaders, will open discussions with all relevant parties and would consider changing their team name in wake of the Christchurch terror attacks on Friday.
The franchise released a statement on Sunday following the attack in which 50 people were killed. Since the attacks, people have questioned the franchise name on social media.
„Like all New Zealanders, the Crusaders team and organisation are deeply shocked by this tragedy and our thoughts are with the victims and their families. This is bigger than rugby and we’re absolutely heartbroken for our wider community, which is where our thoughts are,“ said Crusaders CEO Colin Mansbridge.