The Crusaders have dropped All Blacks fullback Israel Dagg for the match against Super Rugby leaders the Brumbies.

Tom Taylor, who scored 20 points in kicking seven from eight kicks at goal against the Rebels, has been named at fullback.

Robbie Fruean returns to centre after sitting out last weekend’s match and All Blacks first-five Dan Carter comes into the starting lineup.

Wyatt Crockett returns to the starting line-up as loosehead prop and Andy Ellis to halfback.

The Crusaders and Brumbies match kicks off 6.05pm Sunday.


Story by: Dhanjay Deo