Fiji born Highlanders wing Waisake Naholo has been named to start this Friday in their clash against the Chiefs.
Highlanders coach Aaron Mauger has made four changes to his starting lineup to play the Chiefs, with experienced hooker Liam Coltman ruled out with a concussion.
Luckily for Mauger, he has a ready-made replacement in co‑captain Ash Dixon while tighthead prop Siate Tokolahi returns to start while lock Josh Dickson will make his first appearance of the season in place of Tom Franklin.
In the final change, Matt Faddes will start at outside-centre, with Rob Thompson shifting in a spot to wear No 12.
The Highlanders will face Chiefs the at 6.35pm Friday while the Rebels take on the Hurricanes at 8.45pm.
On Saturday, the Blues face the Sharks at 6.35pm while the Brumbies meet the Waratahs at 8.45pm.
On Sunday, the Bulls take on the Stormers at 3.15am and the Crusaders will meet the Lions at 12.30am next Monday.
Source: FoxSports.com.au
