The Hurricanes have named a full strength side to face the Highlanders in Dunedin on Friday night.
All Black Jeremy Thrush earns his first start of the season, partnering with Blade Thomson in a new lock combination.
Cory Jane returns to the right wing, meaning the entire backline apart from fullback Nehe Milner-Skudder are current All Blacks.
On the bench, Ben May is back from a leg injury.
The Hurricanes are currently unbeaten in the Super Rugby and is on second place with 18 points.
The Hurricanes will face the Highlanders at 6.35pm Friday.
