Ethan Blackadder

Ethan Blackadder is a formidable and relentless flanker for the Crusaders, renowned for his high work rate, physicality at the breakdown, and robust defensive presence. A key contributor to multiple Super Rugby Pacific titles with the Crusaders, he earned his All Blacks debut in 2021. His role is that of a defensive leader and a primary turnover threat, consistently setting the tone with his confrontational style of play.