RugbyNewsDagg keen make All Blacks statement

Israel Dagg has more to play for than most when the Highlanders end their Super 14 campaign with two matches in Australia.Dagg, 21, who played all 13 games for the Highlanders last year, has played in 11 of the 12 this season and has emerged as a contender for the All Blacks squad.Dagg said"I think I'm better off the field with my eating and keeping my weight down. That's been a big plus and so has staying focused on rugby and not getting side-tracked.

"I've got to play well in these last two games and hopefully that will improve my prospects."