Crusaders coach Scott Robertson has backed in-form winger Sevu Reece for a call-up to the All Blacks.
The 22-year-old rookie wing has been in sensational form of late, capped off by an influential performance in the Crusaders' 36-10 win over the Lions last night.
Reece was a menace for the Lions all night, contributing two tries and setting up another. His first five-pointer in particular – bumping over Lions No8 Kwagga Smith on his way to scoring in the corner – caught the attention of rugby fans across the country.
Speaking to media after the win, Robertson praised Reece's recent performances and suggested that the winger's form could be hard for Steve Hansen and the All Blacks selectors to ignore.
"Look, it's pretty special form, isn't it? I could chuck in that speculation myself, but it's not for me to do that. He just needs to keep playing well," Robertson said.