Rugby: McCaw a chance for Waratahs clash

Richie McCaw last played for the Crusaders in last year's Super 15 final. Photo / Getty Images

The Crusaders will make a decision on whether Richie McCaw plays against the Waratahs on Sunday, today.

McCaw is in line for his first Super Rugby match of the year after having surgery following the Rugby World Cup final.

Coach Todd Blackadder says they will assess McCaw today.

He says he's got to be ready for 80 minutes so will have a fitness test today to confirm whether he's available.

If McCaw passes the fitness test it's likely he will be named on the bench.