16 Mar 2017

Sevens changes to Crusaders

6:48 am on 16 March 2017

Crusaders coach Scott Robertson has made sevens changes to his starting side for tomorrow's Super Rugby game against the Blues in Christchurch.

Former All Black Scott Robertson has been appointed as Crusaders' coach replacing Todd Blackadder.

Crusaders' coach Scott Roberston Photo: Photosport

The injury hit Crusaders are without Israel Dagg, who will have surgery on the knee he injured against the Reds which could result in him being out of action for six weeks.

Wing Seta Tamanivalu and Digby Ioane are also unavailable this week.

Prop Owen Franks and loosies Jordan Taufua and Jed Brown all start in the pack this week.

Bryn Hall replaces Mitchell Drummond at half back, Manasa Mataele will make his Super Rugby debut on the wing, while George Bridge takes the other wing and David Havili replaces Dagg at fullback.