Northland rugby's prodigal son, Rene Ranger, turns out for his 100th game tonight
as his side looks for that elusive win in the Bunnings Warehouse NPC clash at Semenoff Stadium.
Head coach George Konia has named an experienced team to face Waikato, who are brimming with confidence after the Mooloos toppled defending Premiership winners Tasman Mako in Nelson last week.
After four losses, Konia is acutely aware of the need for Northland to put in an 80-minute performance with a strong focus on execution and accuracy, which have led the side down on several occasions so far this season.
Ranger has recovered from a broken arm and starts in his preferred position at centre, alongside Blake Hohaia, while Rivez Reihana has been shifted from No.10 to fullback to make way for veteran Dan Hawkins.