Pakistan tour will now end in Hamilton

Super 12 rugby requirements have forced a change in the schedule of Test matches to be played against Pakistan later in the summer.

The order of matches between Hamilton and Christchurch has been changed to allow defending Super 12 champion the Canterbury Crusaders to have the use of Jade Stadium later in March than was originally intended.

As a result, the second Test against Pakistan will now be in Christchurch from March 15-19 and the third Test will start on Tuesday, March 27 ending on March 31.