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The Highlanders have continued their Super 15 rugby resurgence with the prized scalp of the Crusaders in a sterling 26-18 victory at Nelson`s Trafalgar Park.

The hosts threw plenty at them in the 2nd half, including introducing regular starters Sonny Bill Williams and Sean Maitland to the backline after starts on the bench, but the Highlanders defence stood up to the task.

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Crusaders cruise to win

The Crusaders routed the Highlanders in the 2nd half as they cruised to a 44-13 win in the Investec Super Rugby match at Carisbrook on Saturday.

skysport.co.nz, Saturday, 19 March 2011 7:53 p.m.

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The Crusaders routed the Highlanders in the 2nd half as they cruised to a 44-13 win in the Investec Super Rugby match at Carisbrook on Saturday.