Crusaders sign Wallabies star James O’Connor for 2025 Super Rugby Pacific campaign

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The Crusaders have secured a significant boost for their 2025 Super Rugby Pacific campaign by signing 34-year-old Wallabies veteran James O’Connor.

The seasoned playmaker, who has 64 test caps for Australia and made more than 120 Super Rugby appearances, will bring a wealth of experience to the Christchurch-based side that struggled last season, missing the playoffs for the first time in nearly a decade with just four wins from 14 matches.

The Herald first reported on Wednesday that the Crusaders were looking to sign O’Connor to address their problems at first five-eighths after the departure of Fergus Burke to Saracens and Richie Mo’unga’s move to Japan.

James O’Connor is the latest international player to be headed to the Crusaders. Photo / PhotosportJames O’Connor is the latest international player to be headed to the Crusaders. Photo / Photosport

O’Connor won’t be guaranteed the 10 jersey, competing with young talents Rivez Reihana and Taha Kemara, but the Australian is “really excited” to test himself in the new environment.

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