McKenzie to make his return to Super Rugby for match against Crusaders

A new season, and a new perspective on rugby for Damian McKenzie.

After a false start last week, the Chiefs and All Blacks star will tonight make his return to Super Rugby, equipped with not only a stronger leg but also a stronger mind, following his serious knee injury.

The dynamic playmaker ruptured his right ACL against the Blues in Hamilton last April - a blow which tore up dreams of a maiden World Cup appearance, and which was his first real injury of note in a burgeoning career.

McKenzie, who has put on "a few kilos" is hoping to be stronger, but also faster, than he was before the injury.

The Crusaders take on the Chiefs at 6.05 tonight while the Blues battle the Waratahs at 8.15 tonight.

The Lions will play the Reds at 1.05am tomorrow while the Stormers and the Bulls play at 3.15am tomorrow and the Hurricanes will take on the Jaquares at 9.40am tomorrow.

[Source:Stuff.co.nz]