Crusaders coach Scott Robertson has named a reshuffled backline to take on the Highlanders in Saturday's round-two Super Rugby clash in Dunedin. Jack Goodhue and Ryan Crotty reprise their partnership in the centres, while Seta Tamanivalu will start on the left wing. All Blacks hooker Codie Taylor will start with Ben Funnell to make his impact from the bench, and Matt Todd returning to No.7 with Jed Brown on the bench. Crusaders: David Havili, Israel Dagg, Jack Goodhue, Ryan Crotty, Seta Tamanivalu, Mitchell Hunt, Bryn Hall, Whetu Douglas, Matt Todd, Jordan Taufua, Sam Whitelock (capt), Scott Barrett, Owen Franks, Codie Taylor, Joe Moody. Reserves: Ben Funnell, Wyatt Crockett, Michael Alaalatoa, Luke Romano, Jed Brown, Mitchell Drummond, Marty McKenzie, George Bridge.

Source: New Zealand Herald March 02, 2017 06:37 UTC