Isaac Ross

New Zealand rugby player, Crusaders

Isaac Ross - New Zealand rugby player, Crusaders
Born

October 30th, 1984
40 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

New Zealand

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Born in 1984, a professional rugby player who played primarily as a lock. Played for the Canterbury Crusaders in the Super Rugby competition and represented New Zealand at the international level. Debuted for the national team in 2008. Participated in the 2009 Rugby Championship and was part of the squad that won the 2011 Rugby World Cup.

Played for the Crusaders in Super Rugby

Represented New Zealand in international rugby

Part of the 2011 Rugby World Cup winning team

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