One of the Crusaders most prolific try scorers, Sevu Reece, has re-signed with the franchise and New Zealand Rugby through to 2024.

Reece has 44 tries in 55 appearances, along with four Super Rugby championships, since his debut for the Canterbury side in March 2019.

Reece's hot form at the 2019 Rugby World Cup made him a regular starter for New Zealand's top team for a number of years following the World Cup, but recently has seen less international playing time, with Crusaders teammate Will Jordan preferred in the All Blacks 14 jersey.

Scott Robertson, Crusaders Head Coach, said Reece was "one of the world's premier try-scoring wings."

"His impact on the field and ability to create something from nothing is a special gift," Robertson said. "The Crusaders are blessed to have Sevu."

Sevu Reece commits through until 2024 😤✍🏼

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— Crusaders (@crusadersrugby) October 12, 2022

Reece started his professional career on Waikato's NPC side, before being signed by the Crusaders in late 2018 and making the move to Tasman for the 2020 NPC season, while Covid disrupted international tournaments.

While only seeing game time as injury cover in the current All Blacks setup, Reece has 14 tries in 21 international caps.

This new contract will take him beyond the 2023 Rugby World Cup, which he likely will be a feature in, provided he stays healthy.

The Crusaders announced the signing Thursday afternoon with the message:

"We'd like to wish Sevu all the best with the upcoming Northern Tour, and we can't wait to see him back at Orangetheory Stadium in red and black!"