Video: New Super Rugby format explained

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The 2016 Super Rugby competition is introducing two new teams from Argentina and Japan and a host of format changes from previous years.

Super Rugby is already difficult to follow when it comes to the playoff structure, but now, working out the schedule and conferences takes a bit of brainpower too.

Thankfully, Ross Karl is here to explain how it all works on the eve of the tournament kicking-off.

Watch the video for Ross Karl's explanation.

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