A New Zealand Paradigm

The Hurricanes chances in the semi against the Crusaders have taken a blow, although with the depth in the midfield it shouldn't make too much of a difference. The loss of Conrad Smith to a Head Injury, has opened the door for Tane Tuipulotu, who is almost as good and just missed out on the All Blacks end of season tour last year. This loss of Conrad Smith though could give the Crusaders an opportunity through the midfield, but it isn't as big as some will try to make it out.