“The Tongan Bear” returns from injury for the Hurricanes in their all‑Kiwi blockbuster against the Crusaders on Saturday.
Loose‑head Loni Uhila will start the match in Christchurch, in what will be just his second match of the Super Rugby season.
A fan favorite in Wellington, the 28‑year‑old Uhila returns after six matches on the sidelines battling a persistent calf niggle.
Dane Coles remains out with concussion, while Nehe Milner‑Skudder is yet to return from a broken bone in his foot.
The defending champions, the Hurricanes have won four of their past five matches against the 7 time champions, Crusaders but are yet to play them this season.
The Crusaders will host the Hurricanes at 7.35pm Saturday.
