Despite the odds being stacked against the Lions for Saturday’s Super Rugby final against the Crusaders in Christchurch, there are some potential problems for the home team.
Injuries to three hookers means that the Crusaders will be babysitting All Black hooker Codie Taylor in training this week in order to preserve him for the big game.
Newcomer Seb Saitaga broke his arm minutes after taking the field during last weekend’s 30‑12 semifinal win over the Hurricanes and he is clearly ruled out for the final.
The defending champions have already lost Ben Funnell and Andrew Makalio during the campaign and are likely to bring in Sam Anderson‑Heather for the final.
Anderson‑Heather played six minutes against the Blues two weeks ago, which is his only Super Rugby experience.
The Crusaders will also be without All Black flanker Jordan Taufua, also with a broken arm. The injury has ruled him out of the Rugby Championship.
The Crusaders will meet the Lions at 7.35pm Saturday.
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