Sevu Reece will start for the Crusaders when they face the Hurricanes in the Super Rugby Aotearoa on Saturday.
The Crusaders are unbeaten in 36 matches at home.
The Hurricanes were the last team to beat the Crusaders at home just over four years ago.
Other top players that will start for the Crusaders are Codie Taylor, Sam Whitelock, Will Jordan, Bryn Hall, Richie Mo’unga, George Bridge and Jack Goodhue.
The Crusaders face the Hurricanes at 7.05pm Saturday while the Blues face the Chiefs at 3.35pm Sunday.
