The NSW Waratahs are clinging to the hope of miraculously qualifying for the Super Rugby Pacific finals, despite sitting last with three games remaining.
Having announced he will retire from international rugby at the end of the season, 95-cap Sam Cane has pledged his full support to the next All Blacks captain.
Harry Wilson is expected to be out for eight weeks following surgery on his broken arm but the Queensland back-rower remains a contender for a Test recall.