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John Evely

Bristol Bears academy prop propelled into Super Rugby crucible as ‘gap year’ takes special turn

Bristol Bears academy prop Andrew Turner has been drafted into the matchday squad of the reigning Super Rugby champions the Crusaders for a second time after making his debut earlier this month.

Loosehead prop Turner is still just 21 years old and is out in New Zealand along with clubmates Macenzzie Duncan and Paddy Pearce this summer to gain valuable experience playing Southern Hemisphere rugby for Sumner Rugby Club.

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