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Rugby's Crusaders review 'offensive' name and branding after Christchurch mosque attack

The Crusaders have faced calls to change their name after the Christchurch mosque attacks [Courtesy]

Rugby's Canterbury Crusaders said they were considering a name change Wednesday, admitting many found the association with the anti-Muslim crusades of the Middle Ages offensive in the wake of the Christchurch mosque attacks.

The Christchurch-based Crusaders, the most successful team in Super Rugby history with nine titles, said they had commissioned a market research firm to review naming options.

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