Kieran Read's return from back surgery could be on ice.
Initially it was hoped All Blacks captain and No 8 would make his first appearance of the year for the Crusaders against the Sunwolves on April 21st, but the likelihood of him being fit for that fixture now seems remote.
Crusaders coach Scott Robertson confirmed that Read is unlikely to hit that deadline, but said he couldn't provide a definitive date for his comeback.
The Crusaders, who play the Bulls at AMI Stadium tomorrow night, will continue to call upon Jordan Taufua to start at No 8.
The Crusaders will face the Bulls at 6.35pm tomorrow while the Rebels will host the Sharks at 8.45pm.
Source: stuff.com
