that that time that year, When a Super Rugby team is playing putting that difficult yard Preseason prepares you for another season of competition.
Super Rugby fans in 2024 received treatment To many of the groundbreaking players of the New Zealand franchise. We know the Chiefs have loose forward Wallace Sititi. unknown, Toward innovation in world rugby 15 units male Player of the Year. Hurricanes props Xavier Numia and Pasilio Tosi burst onto the scene and put the All Blacks in contention.
Who will we be in 2025?
here One breakthrough player from each NZ Super Rugby franchise in 2025.
Chiefs: Leroy Carter (winger)
The former New Zealand Sevens player has had an outstanding year for the Bay of Plenty Steamers in the Bunnings NPC competition.
If the reports or rumors are true truthShaun Stevenson is set to leave his New Zealand contract a year early and move to Japan to pursue opportunities overseas. When one door closes, another door opens, And this This might be the opportunity Leroy Carter needs to push himself to greater glory.
carter have furious speed, no way Strong defense and smarts around the field. that make He is the perfect asset for Clayton macmillans 2025 version.
Stamina and finishing ability from the Sevens era shown at Bunnings NPC in 2024 season, Etene Nanai-Seturo promised to offer a slightly different offer to the power game against Emoni Nara. each.
Honorable Mention: Malachi Rampling (Ruth Forward)
Blues: Che Clark (loose forward)
Another former New Zealand Sevens player on this list, Clark was a schoolboy star. kings A college graduate, he has always been in professional teams and played for the New Zealand U20s in 2023.
Loose forward talking nonsense There is a game style Perfectly suited to Vern Cotter and the Blues. clarks Ball carrying ability and power Having the ball in his hands is his main strengthThis will be music to the ears of hard-nosed blues manager Vern Cotter.
Akira Ioane’s move to Japan has made room for the Blues’ powerful, tall and powerful blindside flanker this season. Anton Segner is likely to play, but he has a completely different style of play to what we saw in the Blues’ title-winning run last season. If Clark could do it make If they make a leap forward this year, the Blues pack could become a bigger worry for their opponents.
Honorable Mention: Peyton Spencer (utility bag)
Hurricanes: Lucas Cashmore (first five)
The Hurricanes needed their first five for the 2025 season and they certainly got one. that It is increasing.
Son of former Bay of Plenty halfback Blair. cashmore, He is the nephew of All Black full-back Adrian Cashmore. The genes are there and Cashmore is carving his own path in the Bay of Plenty. steamer He was impressive in the campaign, almost winning the title at Bunnings NPC. competition.
Cashmore was a member of the last Blues team. year, But behind Harry Plummer and Stephen Peropetta, they never got a chance.
Cashmore is light on his feet and smart. runner of the ball and is Convenient for boots. The Hurricanes have the X-factor throughout the park. not so Gotta shine so much with the ball in your hands, instead Just drive the game and keep the Hurricanes ahead.
He will be competing with former Crusaders number one Riley Hohepa, Hawkes Bay’s Harry Godfrey and even Ruben Love when he returns from injury. But if Cashmore can perform well in the preseason, the spot will be his loss.
Honorable Mention: Siale Lauaki (Proposition)
Crusaders: Kyle Preston (halfback)
The Crusaders got a good one. Kyle Preston was one of the best, if not the best. medium At Bunnings NPC, 2024. The one-two punch of Hotham and Preston will be difficult to top in Super. Rugby Pacific.
Noah Hotham starts most games, but has a backup. like competent like Preston is huge Rob Penney’s assets this year.
Preston’s The running game from halfback is effective and like all good nines he is There is adequate time to finish the line break attempt.
The 25-year-old has a knack for scoring attempts. he is Over time it became professional rugby. player, After being convinced to take up the sport as a career other than being a roofer.
Honorable Mention: Jamie Hannah (Rock)
Highlanders: Caleb Tangitau (winger)
Caleb Tangitau is one of the following: The most promising wingers what we have On our shores. The former New Zealand Sevens player has showcased his talents across a variety of teams and codes. just didn’t do it Everyone came together for Tangitau. who is this? Moved south from the Blues in search of more playing time.
Tangitau was part of the 2023 NZ U20 squad.furthermore The last few Blues and Auckland campaigns.
Tangitau is the type of player whose abilities we have yet to see in full. That’s why we hope he moves to the Highlanders so he can reach his full potential.
he is Dangerous in the air and an absolute handful to tackle when there’s someone with the ball. who is this? Don’t be afraid to try something different when the opportunity presents itself. X-factor players include: only Help Jamie Joseph bring happiness and energy back to the Deep South.
Honorable Mention: Michael Manson (winger)
Pacific: Kyren Taumoefolau (utility bag)
Kyren Taumoefolau was a bright spark on the left wing for the Tasman team. WHO He held the shield for most of 2024. Taumoefolau was often seen at the end of a well-worked backline move, when all that was left was the finish..
Taumoefolau has great speed. and Given the opportunity with the ball close to the line, Moana Pasifika of the world The best player on their team is Ardie Savea.
Once given the chance, travel guide You have no choice but to make that place your own. hourE The 20-year-old has achieved an impressive feat by representing Tonga at the 2023 Rugby World Cup.
If Moana Pasifika can deliver the ball to Taumoefolau in space, no other Super Rugby franchise can will have to be careful.
Honorable Mention: Rossi Filippo (winger)
