After a disappointing loss against the Rebels in the Super Rugby last week, the Highlanders team to face the Hurricanes sees the return of the all-important Ben and Aaron Smith.
However, a young trio has been trusted in the 10, 12 and 13 jerseys between them.
Josh Ioane returns from fullback to first five‑eighth, while Thomas Umaga‑Jensen moves one spot in, to second five‑eighth.
They are joined by the hard‑hitting Sio Tomkinson at centre, who gets a chance in the starting line‑up.
Richard Buckman gets his first start of the year on the right wing, pairing with Tevita Li.
Waisake Naholo remains on a minutes restriction and will come off the bench.
The Hurricanes play the Highlanders at 6.35 tonight while the Brumbies play the Rebels at 8.45 tonight.
[Source: Otago Daily]
Here’s #YourLanders to take on the @hurricanesrugby team on Friday night in the capital city! Some familiar faces are back including the barracuda! #HighlandersANDyou #NothingElseMatters pic.twitter.com/1dWV0Z5zQL
— Pulse Energy Highlanders (@Highlanders) March 5, 2019
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