Injury cloud hampers lead up to Crusaders clash

Despite being one of three teams to win both their opening matches, the Chiefs head into their derby clash against conference rivals the Crusaders with a back-row injury crisis having lost three loose forwards through the 19-17 win over the Brumbies on Friday night.



All Blacks openside flanker Sam Cane expects to return after his late withdrawal from Friday's match with a neck injury, but his replacement, Tevita Koloamatangi, remains in doubt having hobbled off with an ankle injury after less than five minutes.

The Chiefs will also be pushed in the No.

8 position with Maama Vaipulu forc…