The Crusaders are hoping they will be able to continue their winning streak without star wing, Nemani Nadolo who has been a potent attacking force for them since the season started.
The Flying Fijians wing has scored four tries, made 130 clean breaks and 121 offloads this season.
Nadolo is suspended for three matches after pleading guilty to a dangerous tackle in the win over the Brumbies.
Coach Todd Blackadder has accepted Nadolo’s suspension and says they would now have to map out a contingency plan without the giant wing.
On a good note for the Crusaders, their Round 11 opponents, the Reds are also missing their star centre, Samu Kerevi who is Nemani Nadolo’s cousin.
Kerevi is ruled out for four months with a broken hand.
He has also been impressive for the Reds this season after scoring four tries.
The Reds will clash with the Crusaders at 7.35pm Friday.
