Three changes to the Crusaders team that will take on the Highlanders at 7.35pm this Friday.

Kieran Read will start at No 8, resulting in captain Richie McCaw returning to openside flanker.

Ben Franks replaces younger brother Owen at tight head prop.
 
Dan Carter has been retained at first five eight.

The Crusaders are aiming to beat the Highlanders to retain their chances of overtaking the Chiefs at the lead of the New Zealand conference.
 
 
Story by: Akuila Cama