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Crusaders and All Blacks rookie star commits to NZ Rugby

All Blacks rookie Braydon Ennor has recommitted to NZ Rugby.

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According to the Newshub website, the 22-year-old midfielder will remain with the Crusaders until the end of 2023, which provides him with an opportunity for selection for the Rugby World Cup in France.

After a standout season for Canterbury and playing a key role in the Crusaders' third-straight Super Rugby title last year, Ennor earned his first All Blacks call-up, making his Test debut against Argentina in Buenos Aires.

Crusaders coach Scott Robertson called Ennor's decision to stay with the franchise "awesome news".

"He's come through some amazing years to make it as an All Black and now he has a chance to stamp his mark on Super Rugby," Robertson said.

"As consistent and professional as he is.

"He's a really important part of our group, he's a good man, and he could be a 100-game Crusader at this rate."

Ennor began his tenure with the Crusaders on the wing, but has gradually proven his wares in his preferred midfield role, where he'll likely start in their opening Super Rugby Aotearoa fixture against the Hurricanes on Sunday, 21 June.

All Blacks contract expiry dates:

2020

Brett Cameron
Mitchell Drummond
Matt Duffie
Gareth Evans
Jack Goodhue
Vaea Fifita
Shannon Frizell
Luke Jacobson
Josh Ioane
Nepo Laulala
Atu Moli
Angus Ta’avao
Patrick Tuipulotu

2021

Asafo Aumua
Sam Cane
Dane Coles
Bryn Hall
Nathan Harris
David Havili
Akira Ioane
Ngani Laumape
Damian McKenzie
Nehe Milner-Skudder
TJ Perenara
Ardie Savea
Aaron Smith
Codie Taylor
Te Toiroa Tahuriorangi
Karl Tu’inukuafe
Ofa Tu’ungafasi
Brad Weber

2022

Jordie Barrett
George Bridge
Liam Coltman
Rieko Ioane
Joe Moody
Richie Mo’unga
Sevu Reece

2023

Beauden Barrett
Scott Barrett
Braydon Ennor
Anton Lienert-Brown
Tyrel Lomax
Brodie Retallick
Sam Whitelock

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