With the All Blacks squad set to be named on Thursday, Chiefs fullback Damian McKenzie was issued a timely reminder of his abundant talents last Saturday.
McKenzie appears locked in a battle with Jordie Barrett for the utility back spot in the 33‑man squad to tackle the Lions, with the pair of young dynamos offering similar qualities to Steve Hansen and his selectors.
The 22‑year‑old has consistently exceeded the imposing personal standards set last year, regularly representing the Chiefs' best attacking weapon and leaving his coach to make a post‑match plea.
The Chiefs will take the Hurricanes at 7.35pm Friday while the All Blacks will take on the Lions on the 24th of this month.
Damian McKenzie v Jordie Barrett
Minutes: 1040 ‑ 856
Tries: 5 ‑ 5
Carries: 178 ‑ 106
Metres: 1260 ‑ 684
Clean breaks: 24 ‑ 13
Defenders beaten: 58 ‑ 24
