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Wellington - The Hurricanes are poised to open up a huge lead in the Super 15 competition this weekend, despite resting a galaxy of stars when they tackle the struggling Melbourne Rebels.
But there is the prospect of a shake-up in the chasing pack with the Brumbies having a bye, and intriguing match-ups between the Highlanders and Stormers and the Bulls and Crusaders.
The 'Canes, already two points clear of the non-playing Brumbies and six ahead of the Stormers, have made six changes for Friday which include giving All Blacks Beauden Barrett, Julian Savea and Ben Franks a break while hooker Dane Coles is injured.
