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BNZ Crusaders and Waratahs to pay their respects in Sydney
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- Published: 21 March 2019
The BNZ Crusaders and Waratahs will pay their respects to the victims of last Friday's tragic events in Christchurch, before their Investec Super Rugby match in Sydney on Saturday night.
Both teams will walk side-by-side on to Sydney Cricket Ground, and form one circle to observe a moment's silence for all those affected by the tragedy.
"This tragedy has rocked our community, and we really feel for all those affected by the events of last Friday in Christchurch. Our hearts go out to people across our city, our region, and our country who are grieving right now and we're grateful for the opportunity to pay our respects before the game. We'll certainly be playing for our community on Saturday night," Head Coach Scott Robertson said.
There are just two changes to the Crusaders side that was named to play the Highlanders last weekend, before that match was cancelled in Dunedin. Scott Barrett has been rested this week, Quinten Strange will start, and Luke Romano has been named on the bench. The only other change sees Brett Cameron come in at first five-eighth in place of Richie Mo'unga. Mitch Hunt has recovered from his concussion to provide cover for Cameron in the reserves.
There are just two changes to the Crusaders side that was named to play the Highlanders last weekend, before that match was cancelled in Dunedin. Scott Barrett has been rested this week, Quinten Strange will start, and Luke Romano has been named on the bench. The only other change sees Brett Cameron come in at first five-eighth in place of Richie Mo'unga. Mitch Hunt has recovered from his concussion to provide cover for Cameron in the reserves.
This will be Owen Franks' 150th game for the Crusaders (149th Investec Super Rugby game).
Kick off in the BNZ Crusaders' Investec Super Rugby match against the Waratahs is Saturday 23 March, 9:45pm (NZT), at Sydney Cricket Ground.
BNZ Crusaders team to play the Waratahs:
| 1. George Bower | RESERVES |
| 2. Codie Taylor | 16. Andrew Makalio |
| 3. Owen Franks | 17. Harry Allan |
| 4. Quinten Strange | 18. Michael Alaalatoa |
| 5. Sam Whitelock (C) | 19. Luke Romano |
| 6. Jordan Taufua | 20. Tom Sanders |
| 7. Matt Todd (VC) | 21. Ereatara Enari |
| 8. Whetukamokamo Douglas | 22. Mitchell Hunt |
| 9. Bryn Hall | 23. Will Jordan |
| 10. Brett Cameron | |
| 11. George Bridge | |
| 12. Ryan Crotty (VC) | |
| 13. Jack Goodhue | |
| 14. Braydon Ennor | |
| 15. David Havili |