All Blacks hooker Dane Coles has been named captain of the Hurricanes for 2016 and beyond.
Halfback TJ Perenara will be his deputy.
Hurricanes coach Chris Boyd called Coles the natural choice to replace Conrad Smith.
Boyd said Coles didn't immediately accept the role, but after taking time to think about what's involved he's excited by the prospect.
Source:radiosport.co.nz
