Kurt Eklund
Kurt Eklund is a professional rugby player who plays as a hooker for the Blues in Super Rugby. Known for his strong scrummaging and dynamic play around the field, Eklund has earned recognition for his efforts in both club and provincial rugby. After recovering from injury, he is expected to make a significant impact in upcoming matches.
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Kurt Eklund was the captain of Bay of Plenty who was sidelined with an injury during the semifinal.
NPC: Otago outmuscle Bay of Plenty Steamers in semifinal clash
New Zealand· 2025-10-19
Kurt Eklund is replaced by Taine Kolose at hooker for the match.
Bay of Plenty Steamers face Southland Stags in Rotorua after Canterbury lossNew Zealand· 2025-08-20
Kurt Eklund is being replaced by Taine Kolose at hooker.
Bay of Plenty Steamers face Southland Stags in Rotorua after Canterbury lossNew Zealand· 2025-08-20
Kurt Eklund scored a try for the Māori All Blacks.
Māori All Blacks beaten by Scotland in WhangāreiNew Zealand· 2025-07-05
Kurt Eklund is a player for the Māori All Blacks team.
Māori All Blacks v Japan XV live updatesNew Zealand· 2025-06-28
Kurt Eklund scored a try that contributed to the Blues' victory.
Chiefs v Blues: Blues keep title defence alive with last-gasp win over Chiefs in HamiltonNew Zealand· 2025-06-07
Kurt Eklund scored a try for the Blues despite their loss to the Reds.
Super Rugby Pacific: Blues slump to loss against Reds, leaving title defence in tattersNew Zealand· 2025-04-25
Kurt Eklund swaps with Ricky Riccitelli for the starting hooker’s spot.
Blues v Reds: Live updates from the Super Rugby Pacific round 11 clashNew Zealand· 2025-04-25
Eklund is welcomed back by coach Vern Cotter.
Super Rugby Pacific: Blues enter must-win territory ahead of crucial clash with HurricanesNew Zealand· 2025-04-04
Kurt Eklund's absence due to injury was noted as a significant issue for the Blues.
Super Rugby: Blues decline measured in statistics – Liam NapierNew Zealand· 2025-03-26
Starting hooker Kurt Eklund withdrew late in the week due to a groin injury.
Blues v Crusaders result: Defending champions slump further in Super Rugby PacificNew Zealand· 2025-03-22
Kurt Eklund is starting as hooker for the Blues.
Chiefs v Blues: Live updates from the Super Rugby Pacific clash in HamiltonNew Zealand· 2025-03-15
Kurt Eklund returns from injury and moves straight into the starting line-up.
Fantasy Super Rugby: Who to pick and who to avoid for week five of the seasonNew Zealand· 2025-03-14
