April 23 (Reuters) - The Canterbury Crusaders kick ⁠off a new era on Friday at the NZ$683 million ($402 million) Te Kaha stadium, seeking a win over ⁠the New South Wales Waratahs to put their Super Rugby Pacific title defence back on track.

Following the 2011 ‌earthquake that severely damaged Lancaster Park, the Crusaders waited 15 years for a permanent replacement for their old home ground while building a dynasty at their temporary refuge, Rugby League Park.