Richie Mo'unga will sit out a second straight game for the Crusaders

Coach Scott Robertson revealed the All Blacks first five will miss Friday's match against the Reds with a finger injury.

He's assured he'll be good to go for next week's quarter finals.

Codie Taylor's been declared fit to return from a rib injury - but won't be risked on Friday.

Jack Goodhue also gets a spell with David Havili starting at second five.

Will Jordan returns to his customary fullback role.