All Black Ma'a Nonu is set to make his debut for the Blues in South Africa after being named in the side's squad to tour the republic.
The former Hurricanes second-five has been named in the 26-man squad to play the Bulls (Sat 10 March) and the Stormers (Fri 16 March).
Blues squad:
Alby Mathewson, Ali Williams, Angus Ta'avao, Anthony Boric, Benson Stanley, Brad Mika, Charlie Faumuina, Chris Lowrey, Daniel Braid, David Raikuna, Filo Paulo, Gareth Anscombe, Isaia Toeava, Jerome Kaino, Keven Mealamu, Lachie Munro, Luke Braid, Ma'a Nonu, Michael Hobbs, Pauliasi Manu, Piri Weepu, Rene Ranger, Rudi Wulf, Sherwin Stowers, Tevita Mailau, Tom McCartney.