REDS
(1-15): Dane Zander, Matt Faessler, Zane Nonggorr, Ryan Smith, Seru Uru, Liam Wright (co-c) Fraser McReight, Harry Wilson, Tate McDermott (co-c), James O’Connor, Filipo Daugunu, Taj Annan, Josh Flook, Jordan Petaia, Jock Campbell
RESERVES: Richie Asiata, Sef Fa’agase, Peni Ravai, Jake Upfield, Connor Vest, Kalani Thomas, Tom Lynagh, Suliasi Vunivalu
James O’Connor will return to the starting side at flyhalf after making a successful comeback from injury via the bench, while Taj Annan will make his first Super Rugby start at inside centre. Jock Campbell will also return to the run-on team at fullback, with the Queensland forward pack remaining unchanged after last week’s narrow loss to the Brumbies in Canberra. Annan will pair with Josh Flook in the centres after Hunter Paisami was ruled out with concussion.
DRUA
(1-15): Meli Tuni, Tevita Ikanivere, Samuela Tawake, Isoa Nasilasila,Te Ahiwaru Cirikidaveta, Joseva Tamani, Kitione Salawa, Meli Derenalagi, Frank Lomani, Teti Tela, Eroni Sau, Apisalome Vota, Iosefo Masi, Selestino Ravutaumada, Ilaisa Droasese
RESERVES: Mesulame Dolokoto, Emosi Tuqiri, Jone Koroiduadua, Leone Rotuisolia, Elia Canakaivata, Peni Matawalu, Kemu Valetini, Kalaveti Ravouvou
The Drua are coming off a memorable win in Fiji. They’re a great attacking team and can hurt you from anywhere on the field. With a last ditch effort against the Crusaders last week the Reds need to be careful here. With the heat in Brisbane this week this will suit the Drua and will be just like home.
Referee: Reuben Keane
Assistant referees: Damon Murphy, Matt Kellahan
PREDICTION :
The Reds should win, but not by as much as they think. The Drua must watch their discipline here. If you can find a points start for the Drua it should be paying well. About 10.5 points start required.
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