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The 2026 Super Rugby Aupiki draw is here!
The 2026 Super Rugby Aupiki draw is here!

The 2026 draw has landed, and this year is shaping up to be a season to remember. Mark your calendars and get ready for the fifth season of Super Rugby Aupiki!

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“I never really left” Blair Baxter on his deep connection to Matatū 
“I never really left” Blair Baxter on his deep connection to Matatū 

Matatū has welcomed a familiar face back into the fold, with Blair Baxter appointed Head Coach for the 2026 season. His return marks both a continuation of the legacy he helped build and the start of an exciting new chapter for the club. 

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Blair Baxter to lead Matatū as Head Coach for 2026
Blair Baxter to lead Matatū as Head Coach for 2026

Matatū is proud to announce Blair Baxter as our Head Coach for the 2026 season.

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Chey Robins‑Reti departs Matatū after redefining our backfield 
Chey Robins‑Reti departs Matatū after redefining our backfield 

Chey Robins‑Reti is departing Matatū after 3 years in the jersey. Chey joined Matatū with a rare level of experience, coming in as a triple international across sevens, fifteens and league.

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26’ Aupiki Draw ✍️ Absolutely stacked for the best season yet 🏆 Drop which game your looking forward to below ⬇️
Saying farewell and good luck to our Matatū players departing the club this season 🩵 We wish you well on the next stage of your journeys
⛓️ Off Season Work ⛓️
Locked In 🔒 Kicking off our Squad Launch with a BANG 💥 Maia Joseph is back for Matatū in 2026 and ready to make some waves!
Blair Baxter to lead Matatū as Head Coach for 2026 A familiar face to the Matatū whanau is back and ready for more in 2026 🔥 To read more, visit our website
Scenes down at the @crusadersrugbyteam long run 🏃 Only just crossed the halfway point, so head down to Malvern Park for a few laps!

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