Rugby: Crusaders name in three ABs to face Chiefs

Israel Dagg will start against the Chiefs. Photo / Photosport

The Crusaders have named in three World Cup winning All Blacks for their first starts of the Super Rugby season against the Chiefs in Napier on Friday night.

Zac Guildford returns to partner fellow Hawke's Bay flyer Israel Dagg on the wing.

Corey Flynn and Owen Franks come into the front row, while Sam Whitelock drops to the bench to give Luke Romano his first start at lock alongside Tom Donnelly.