Sevu Reece will start on the wing for the Crusaders as the defending champions prepare to take on the Chiefs in a blockbuster Super Rugby clash this Saturday.
Both sides are riding high after claiming wins in the opening round last week.
In a shock selection, David Havili will start at number 10 with star fly-half Richie Mo’unga not included in the starting 23 altogether.
The match will also see the return of star winger George Bridge after sitting out last week’s win over the Waratahs.
Meanwhile, Damien Mckenzie is set to add more firepower to an already potent Chiefs backline after spending a lengthy spell on the sidelines.
The backline will also be boosted by the return of All Blacks midfielder Anton Lienert-Brown and Aaron Cruden who both came off the bench at Eden Park.
The Chiefs take on the Crusaders at 6.05 pm this Saturday in Waikato.
Looking at other matches this weekend, the Highlanders takes on the Sharks at 6.05 pm tomorrow, the Brumbies will face the Rebels at 8.15 pm tomorrow, the Blues battle the Waratahs at 8.15 pm Saturday, the Lions will play the Reds at 1.05 am Sunday while the Stormers and the Bulls play at 3.15 am Sunday and the Hurricanes will take on the Jaquares at 9.40 am Sunday.
[Source: Fox Sports]
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