Newcastle sign Crusaders flanker Christie

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Tom Christie joined the Crusaders academy in 2016 and went on to make over 50 senior appearances

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Newcastle Red Bulls have signed flanker Tom Christie on a two-year deal from Super Rugby side Crusaders.

The 27-year-old is a three-time Super Rugby winner with Crusaders having won the Pacific finals in three of the past four years.

Christie, a former New Zealand Under-20 captain, has made over 50 appearances for the Crusaders and skippered them for the first time against the Chiefs in 2024.

"I'm incredibly excited to be joining Newcastle, a club with such a rich history and passionate fanbase," he told the club website. , external

"With the plans and backing from the new investors, I believe we can ac

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