The Chiefs' dominance upfront laid the platform for their second win of the Super Rugby season after defeating the Crusaders 24-19.

Even experienced rugby players like Jerome Kaino feel the extra bite when they visit the Bulls' home cauldron.

The warning from Blues boss Andy Dalton was brief and explicit: "We have dug the hole so we have to get out of it."

Israel Dagg is set to change to fullback on Friday as the Crusaders look to field their strongest possible lineup...