Dan Carter returns to Canterbury

All Black Dan Carter will make his return to rugby via Canterbury's ITM Cup battle with Southland in Christchurch on Sunday.

The super boot first five last played in the Crusaders Super Rugby final loss to the Waratahs in Sydney where he suffered a broken leg.

His inclusion is one of ten changes coach Scott Robertson has made after their defeat to North Harbour on Wednesday.

Carter hasn't played for Canterbury since 2009 and his arrival sees Richie Mo'unga move to fullback while Johnny McNicholl drops out of the 22.

Robertson has named a strong forward pack with Luke Whitelock, Matt Todd a…

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