Israel Dagg will be on the wing as the Crusaders have named 10 All Blacks to take on the Blues at Eden Park this Friday.
Crusaders coach Todd Blackadder did not hesitate to roll out his big guns for their belated start to the Super Rugby championship.
In maximizing his talent, Blackadder has opted to play Dagg on the left wing rather than his preferred fullback position.
Tom Taylor, who was called into the All Blacks end of the year tour last season as an injury replacement but not used, gets the nod at No 15.
Talented openside flanker Matt Todd is the only non-international in a powerful pack while Dan Carter will spearhead a backline that features big centre Robbie Fruean making his 50th appearance for the Crusaders.
The Crusaders will face the Blues at 6:30pm Friday, Reds will host the Hurricanes at 10:20pm, Waratahs will face the Rebels at 8:20pm Friday.
Story by: Akuila Cama
