The BNZ Crusaders will create history tonight when they play the British and Irish Lions for the first time.
Head Coach Scott Robertson has named a strong side that includes an All Black tight five and a backline brimming with the exciting young Super Rugby talent we have seen on display this season.
Robertson says the team is under no illusions about how tough this British and Irish Lions team will be.
He says this is a huge and exciting challenge for them as they are facing some of the best rugby players in the world.
Robertson says they have some of the world’s best in this team too, so it will be a fantastic clash.
The only changes to the team that beat the Highlanders last weekend are a rotation at halfback with Bryn Hall starting and Mitchell Drummond on the bench.
A switch to second five for David Havili with Israel Dagg coming in at fullback and Tim Bateman coming in the bench.
The British and Irish Lions will play the Crusaders at 7.35pm tonight.
Source: crusaders.co.nz
