Growing up in Valelevu, Chiefs winger Asaeli Tikoirotuma always had a dream of playing for the Crusaders in the Super Rugby.

That dream could not turn into reality for Tikoirotuma, however, he had a wonderful start to his rugby career winning the Super Rugby title with the Chiefs this year.

Tikoirotuma has again been named in the Chiefs squad and the former Marist Brothers High School student said preparations have started to defend their title.