28 Jan 2026

Rugby: Crusader Braydon Ennor set for French move

6:54 am on 28 January 2026
Braydon Ennor of the Crusaders scores a try during the Super Rugby Pacific Rugby Semi Final match against the Blues at Orangetheory Stadium.

Braydon Ennor arrived in Christchurch as an 18 year old, and spent the next decade establishing himself as one of the club's most reliable midfielders. Photo: John Davidson / www.photosport.nz

Crusaders utility Braydon Ennor will move to France at the end of the Super Rugby season.

The nine-test All Black has signed with French side Perpignan, where he will link up with former Crusaders team-mate Sevu Reece.

Ennor said the decision came with a lot of emotions.

"I love this place and the people here, but I'm really excited for what's next. I've done so much growing in this place, and I owe so much to the red and black jersey. I'll always call this place home."

Ennor joined the Crusaders Academy in 2015 after moving from Auckland on a scholarship.

He arrived in Christchurch as an 18 year old, and spent the next decade establishing himself as one of the club's most reliable midfielders.

In 2018, he made his Crusaders debut and just one year later he would earn All Black selection.

"To be able to call this a job and turning up to Rugby Park every week with my mates to go to work, it's the best thing in the world. This is a chapter I'll treasure for the rest of my life."

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