The last time a team won three titles in a row was the Crusaders as well between 1998 & 2000, where Wayne Smith led them to two championships before taking up a role with the All Blacks, Robbie Deans would then claim the third title in 2000 beginning one of the most successful periods in the franchise's history.
The Crusaders last achieved three consecutive titles between 1998 and 2000, during which Wayne Smith led them to two championships. Subsequently, Robbie Deans won the third title in 2000, highlighting one of the most successful periods for the franchise.