Robbie Deans has predictably made just one change to the Crusaders starting line-up for Saturday night's Super 14 rugby final against the Waratahs in Christchurch.
The inclusion of hooker Ti'i Paulo in place of the injured Corey Flynn is the only change to the starting 15 that comfortably secured the Crusaders' ninth appearance in the tournament finale by defeating the Hurricanes 33-22 last weekend.
Flynn lasted 12 minutes before breaking an arm, robbing the Crusaders of a wealth of experience.
Crusaders: Leon Macdonald, Kade Poki, Casey Laulala, Tim Bateman, Scott Hamilton, Daniel Carter, Andy Ellis, Mose Tuiali'i, Richie Mccaw (Capt), Kieran Read, Ali Williams, Brad Thorn, Greg Somerville, Ti'i Paulo, Wyatt Crockett. Reserves: Steve Fualau, Ben Franks, Reuben Thorne, Nasi Manu, Kahn Fotuali'i, Stephen Brett, Sean Maitland.
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