Flying Fijians backline coach, Tabai Matson has confirmed that he will apply for Crusaders head coach position which will be left vacant by Todd Blackadder at the end of the season.
He says he will throw his name in the hat for one of the most prestigious jobs in world rugby.
Matson has been an assistant coach for the past 3 years for the Crusaders in the Super Rugby competition.
He has held both Attack and Defence roles for them and is a specialist backs coach.
The Crusaders will be on a bye this week.
The Chiefs face the Sharks at 7.35pm Friday while the Highlanders meet the Brumbies at 5.15pm Saturday.
