Above: The Avalon Wolves U85kg side with the Wellington championship Paul Potiki Shield last August, after beating Paraparaumu 24-11. PHOTO: Hugh Pretorius. NZR Media Release 20/2/20: New Zealand Rugby (NZR) has today announced an inaugural national club rugby competition, scheduled to kick off in May this year. The weight-restricted Under 85kg National Club
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