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BNZ Crusaders team named to play the Chiefs in Suva
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- Published: 30 May 2019
The BNZ Crusaders arrived in Suva yesterday, ahead of their week 16 fixture against the Chiefs on Saturday night.
Head Coach Scott Robertson has named his team for the match, which includes a return to the starting side for Kieran Read, Billy Harmon, Mitch Drummond and Braydon Ennor. Ben Funnell and Mitch Dunshea also feature in the match day 23 this week.
Image courtesy of Photosport- Official Photographer of the BNZ Crusaders
Harmon has earned a start this week in place of Vice-Captain Matt Todd, who has been rested. Read's return sees Whetukamokamo Douglas move from No. 8 to the blindside, and Jordan Taufua shift to the reserves. The two changes in the backline from the side that took the field against the Blues last Saturday night see Bryn Hall and George Bridge move to the bench, making way for Drummond and Ennor to start this game.
"Fijian fans love their rugby, and the locals always provide a warm welcome to the team whenever we play here," Robertson said.
"While this is a Chiefs home game, we are fortunate to have plenty of support in Suva, and look forward to the opportunity to connect with Crusaders fans over the next few days. We love playing in the heat, it's something we'll embrace in Fiji and make the most of the experience."
Kick off in the BNZ Crusaders' Investec Super Rugby match against the Chiefs is Saturday 1 June, 7:35pm, at ANZ National Stadium in Suva, and will be televised live on Sky Sport in New Zealand.
"Fijian fans love their rugby, and the locals always provide a warm welcome to the team whenever we play here," Robertson said.
"While this is a Chiefs home game, we are fortunate to have plenty of support in Suva, and look forward to the opportunity to connect with Crusaders fans over the next few days. We love playing in the heat, it's something we'll embrace in Fiji and make the most of the experience."
Kick off in the BNZ Crusaders' Investec Super Rugby match against the Chiefs is Saturday 1 June, 7:35pm, at ANZ National Stadium in Suva, and will be televised live on Sky Sport in New Zealand.
BNZ Crusaders team to play the Chiefs:
| 1. Joe Moody | RESERVES |
| 2. Andrew Makalio | 16. Ben Funnell |
| 3. Michael Alaalatoa | 17. Isi Tu'ungafasi |
| 4. Scott Barrett | 18. George Bower |
| 5. Samuel Whitelock (C) | 19. Mitchell Dunshea |
| 6. Whetukamokamo Douglas | 20. Jordan Taufua |
| 7. Billy Harmon | 21. Bryn Hall |
| 8. Kieran Read | 22. Mitchell Hunt |
| 9. Mitchell Drummond | 23. George Bridge |
| 10. Richie Mo'unga | |
| 11. Braydon Ennor | |
| 12. Ryan Crotty (VC) | |
| 13. Jack Goodhue | |
| 14. Sevu Reece | |
| 15. David Havili |