Aaron Cruden’s departure from the Chiefs has opened the door for someone to make the No. 10 jersey their own.
Damian McKenzie intends to fill that opening quickly.
The 22‑year‑old made a name for himself at fullback for the Chiefs and his performances in the No. 15 jersey earned him a debut for the All Blacks last year.
Now he wants to show what he’s capable of in his preferred position.
The potential move to first five‑eighths at Super Rugby level comes at an interesting time for McKenzie, who could find himself filling the hole in the All Blacks left by Lima Sopoaga’s impending departure to England.
The Chiefs begin their 2018 campaign on February 24th against the Crusaders in Christchurch.
Source: NZ Herald
