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Rugby: Sonny Bill still a chance for opener
Sonny Bill Williams may still be a chance to play in the Crusaders' first Super 15 match against the Blues.
Sonny Bill Williams may still be a chance to play in the Crusaders' first Super 15 match against the Blues.
The Blues have named their first starting XV for 2011 ahead of their pre-season match against the Highlanders on Saturday.
Ali Williams has finished his stint playing rugby in England and has declared himself fully ready to play for the Blues in the Super 15.
Playmaker Stephen Brett is carrying a sensible mantra into his second season with the Blues.
Blues coach Pat Lam believes he will get a full season's play from former All Black lock Ali Williams.
Estimates from the Blues suggest damaged lock Ali Williams could be ready to start the new Super Rugby series.
For almost two years, Alby Mathewson has wondered if he will ever play test rugby for the All Blacks.
The Blues are confident about 2011. Gregor Paul asks whether that confidence is justified and looks at the areas they need to improve – locks, loosies and first five-eighths.