BNZ Crusaders team to play Hurricanes in pre-season match
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Loading...The BNZ Crusaders have their final pre-season hit out this Friday evening before the season proper begins. Head Coach Scott Robertson has named a strong side to take on the Hurricanes in Waverley, including 11 All Blacks.
Sam Whitelock will kick off his 2017 Captaincy, and he will be assisted by his two vice-captains for the season, Matt Todd and Ryan Crotty.
“We are thrilled to announce Matt Todd and Ryan Crotty as our 2017 vice-captains,” Robertson said. “They are both natural leaders who make a huge contribution through their intelligent reading of the game. They are stalwarts of the team – Ryan has already notched up over 100 caps and Matt is on track to mark his century this year – and have the respect of their teammates.”
Friday’s clash with the Hurricanes kicks off at 5 pm at the Border Rugby Club in Waverley. The BNZ Crusaders will play their 2017 season opener against the Brumbies the following weekend, 7:35 pm Saturday 25 February at AMI Stadium. Tickets are on sale now for that game through ticketdirect.co.nz
BNZ Crusaders team to play the Hurricanes:
| 1. Tim Perry | RESERVES |
| 2. Ben Funnell | Joe Moody |
| 3. Owen Franks | Wyatt Crockett |
| 4. Scott Barrett | Michael Alaalatoa |
| 5. Sam Whitelock (c) | Codie Taylor |
| 6. Pete Samu | Luke Romano |
| 7. Matt Todd (VC) | Quinten Strange |
| 8. Whetu Douglas | Mitchell Dunshea |
| 9. Ere Enari | Jed Brown |
| 10. Richie Mo’unga | Jordan Taufua |
| 11. George Bridge | Bryn Hall |
| 12. Ryan Crotty (vc) | Mitchell Drummond |
| 13. Jack Goodhue | Mitch Hunt |
| 14. Seta Tamanivalu | Sione Fifita |
| 15. Israel Dagg | David Havili |
| Sean Wainui | |
| Manasa Mataele | |
| Marty McKenzie |
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