In a surprise move, All Blacks first-five Dan Carter will play at second-five for the Crusaders against the Stormers in Christchurch on Saturday night.

It's time to set Pat Lam free from the Blues while he still has some credibility, writes Gregor Paul.

In a top of the table clash the Highlanders fired plenty of ammunition, but the Stormers ran out 21-6 winners.