"If we play like that, we'll get more wins than losses, " said the former Brisbane Broncos assistant coach.

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Six days later the Crusaders will take on NRL champions Brisbane Broncos in a World Club Challenge warm-up match.

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Crowe, though, believes South Sydney are in the driving seat for the signature of Burgess following their capture of Brisbane Broncos prop David Taylor for next season.

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After all, it was the Australian who played an integral role in arranging the biggest day in the club's history in February - a prestigious friendly against Brisbane Broncos.

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