CHIEFS

15. Damian McKenzie: Back to his brilliant best as a fullback, and better as an option at No 10 than he was a few years ago. The dangerman. 9

14. Jonah Lowe: What’s not to like about the Hawke’s Bay wing? Tough, and can finish an opportunity. Underrated. 7

13. Anton Lienert-Brown: Career-best form in terms of the influence he is having on those around him. Certain to start in the All Blacks midfield. 9

12. Alex Nankivell: Another player in the Jonah Lowe category – doesn’t always get the credit he deserves. Runs hard lines. 7

11. Etene Nanai-Seturo: Brilliant footwork and is coming off his wing to look for work more often. Not much in his duel with Sevu Reece. 7.5

10. Bryn Gatland: If there is a gap between the two sides it’s at No 10. Form has improved in recent weeks but pressure today will be the real test. 6.5

9. Brad Weber (pictured): A strong all-round game these days. TJ Perenara’s move to the Roosters could create more opportunities in the black jersey and some will say that it’s about time. 8

8. Luke Jacobson: Do the Chiefs fancy their chances in the back row battle? Jacobson was one of the best in the country before concussion struck again. 8

7. Lachlan Boshier: His breakdown feats for Taranaki against Canterbury in Christchurch last year will be giving the home fans some sleepless nights. 7.5

6. Pita Gus Sowakula: If he can get his hands on the ball, he can be one of the players who cracks the game open. Positional shift isn’t easy, though. 7.5

5. Mitchell Brown: Always empties the tank but is small for a lock and his discipline can be questionable at times. 6

4. Tupou Vaa’i: The best young lock in New Zealand this year, and a crucial ball-carrier for the Chiefs. 8

3. Angus Ta’avao: Has roared back into his best form and will not be missing injured Crusader Joe Moody one bit. 7.5

2. Samisoni Taukei’aho: A defender’s worst nightmare with ball in hand, but this will be the biggest test yet of his lineout accuracy.

7.5

1. Aidan Ross: The turnaround in the Chiefs scrum has been remarkable and the big Bay of Plenty man has been central to that. 7.5 Reserves:

Bradley Slater 6, Ollie Norris 7, Sione Mafileo

6.5, Naitoa Ah Kuoi 7, Zane Kapeli 6.5 ,Te Toiroa Tahuriorangi 6.5, Rameka Poihipi 6.5, Chase Tiatia 7.