Dagg targets All Blacks return

Last season was one to forget for the 27-year-old with multiple calf injuries ruining his Super Rugby campaign before he dislocated his shoulder for Hawke's Bay in the Ranfurly Shield.

"It's been a long couple of months but I've actually really enjoyed it as I've been able to get out and do some fishing and jet-boating as well as rehab," Dagg told rugby.com.au at the New Zealand Super Rugby launch.

"I'd love to play in the Rugby Championship," he said.

"I'm only going to get there if I play well in the Crusaders jersey and for me I just want to get out there and start playing some footy."

Dagg turned back the clock at the Super Rugby launch, starring alongside a dance troupe to show his footwork isn't limited to the field, and he did his best to shake off concerns that the void of Richie McCaw and Daniel Carter is too big to fill.

"You notice that presence not being there. They created a legacy for the Crusaders after winning three or four titles and all those finals," he said.

"We've got an opportunity to start our own legacy now as this group and for us it's about building on that and working hard together."