All fit and available All Blacks in the Hurricanes squad are set to suit up against the Lions in round one of the 2015 Investec Super Rugby competition.
A calf injury has, however, ended Jeremy Thrush's hopes of getting his season underway this week, with the lock returning to New Zealand today. He is expected to be available for selection in four to six weeks, depending on his recovery.
Thrush's injury has made way for Mark Abbott to grab a starting spot, while his Hawke's Bay teammate, Geoff Cridge, has flown over to join the team this evening.
Nehe Milner-Skudder was not considered for selection this week, due to a knee injury.
The match against the Lions kicks off in Johannesburg at 6.10am (NZDT).
The team to face the Lions at Ellis Park is;
1. Ben Franks
2. Dane Coles
3. Jeffery Toomaga-Allen
4. Mark Abbott
5. James Broadhurst
6. Brad Shields
7. Ardie Savea
8. Blade Thomson
9. TJ Perenara
10. Beauden Barrett
11. Julian Savea
12. Rey Lee-Lo
13. Conrad Smith
14. Cory Jane
15. Jason Woodward
Reserves
16. Brayden Mitchell
17. Reggie Goodes
18. Chris Eves
19. Callum Gibbins
20. Victor Vito
21. Chris Smylie
22. James Marshall
23. Matt Proctor
Story Highlights
- Jeremy Thrush sidelined for four weeks
