Sonny Bill Williams is set to make his Super Rugby debut for the Blues this weekend.
The two‑time Rugby World Cup winner has been named on bench for Saturday's clash against the Highlanders.
Williams hasn't played a game of rugby since the World Cup final in 2015. He suffered an achilles injury at the Olympics in August last year while playing in the opening pool game for the All Blacks Sevens.
The 31‑year‑old signed a three year deal for the Auckland‑based franchise in June last year.
The Blues will take on the Highlanders at 7.35pm Saturday
In other matches, the Hurricanes will face the Waratahs at 7.35pm tomorrow, while the Brumbies will meet the Reds at 9.45pm Saturday.
The Chiefs play the Stormers at 3.15am Sunday.
Source: NZHerald
