Bryn Hall joins Hurricanes for Super Rugby return

The Hurricanes have signed former Crusaders halfback Bryn Hall to provide experienced depth behind All Black Cam Roigard. Hall, who will be 34 or 35 when the next season begins, joins the squad following four seasons playing in Japan. He arrives as a replacement for Samoan international Ere Enari, who joined the Welsh club Dragons after the Hurricanes won the grand final in June.

Hall previously played for the Blues before making 93 appearances and winning six Super Rugby titles with the Crusaders between 2017 and 2022. He has also played 123 Super Rugby matches in total. Most recently, he returned to New Zealand to play for North Harbour in the NPC, where he reached the milestone of 100 appearances for the province.

Hurricanes coach Clark Laidlaw noted that the club had considered signing Hall two years ago. Laidlaw stated that Hall's ability to compete for a starting role and mentor younger halfbacks will add value to the squad. Hall expressed excitement about joining the team, noting his interest in the club's attacking style of play.

Where reports differ

• Reports differ on Hall's age, with some stating he is 34 and others saying he will be 35 next season
• One report spells the player's name as Brynn Hall, while others use Bryn Hall

Compiled from reports by Stuff, RNZ and The Post.