Ben Franks
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A vital part of the Crusaders front row, Melbourne born Franks can play on both sides of the scrum
He was first selected for the All Blacks for their end of year tour in 2008, playing against Munster. Previously Ben had represented New Zealand in the Under 19 side in 2003, Under 21 side in 2005 and first played for the Crusaders in 2006.
Ben was Aranui High School’s first All Black.
Player Stats
| Height |
1.83m |
| Weight |
115kg |
| Date Born |
27/03/84 |
| Province |
Tasman |
| Provincial Caps |
42 (26 Tasman, 16 Canterbury) |
| Provincial Debut |
2005 v Otago (Canterbury) |
| Super Caps |
65 |
| Super Points |
10 (2t) |
| Super Debut |
2006 v Chiefs |
| Test Caps |
15 |
| Test Points |
5 (1t) |
| Test Debut |
2010 v Ireland |
| Place Of Birth |
Melbourne |
| Total Crusader Games |
65 |