SATURDAY, APRIL 27th, 2024 GIO STADIUM,CANBERRA
Brumbies
Tom Wright, Ollie Sapsford, Len Ikitau, Tamati Tua, Corey Toole, Noah Lolesio, Ryan Lonergan; Charlie Cale, Rory Scott, Rob Valetini, Cadeyrn Neville, Darcy Swain, Allan Alaalatoa, Billy Pollard, James Slipper.
Reserves. Connal McInerney, Blake Schoupp, Sefo Kautai, Tom Hooper, Jahrome Brown, Harrison Goddard, Jack Debreczeni, Andy Muirhead
Hurricanes
Ruben Love, Kini Naholo, Peter Umaga-Jensen, Jordie Barrett, Salesi Rayasi, Brett Cameron, TJ Perenara; Brayden Iose, Du’Plessis Kirifi, Brad Shields, Isaia Walker-Leawere, Caleb Delany, Tyrel Lomax, James O’Reilly, Xavier Numia.
Reserves. Raymond Tuputupu, Tevita Mafileo, Pasilio Tosi, Ben Grant, Peter Lakai, Richard Judd, Riley Higgins, Bailyn Sullivan
Referee. Angus Gardner, Assistant Referees. Damon Murphy, Jeremy Markey
The Brumbies’ hopes for the title are overshadowed by another defeat against New Zealand rivals, casting a gloomy shadow over their aspirations. Stephen Larkham’s squad found themselves helpless against the Blues’ relentless physicality, and their puzzling decisions early in the game proved costly. However, the return of two key players, Len Ikitau and Allan Alaalatoa, provides a significant boost. The inclusion of the Wallabies prop is expected to bolster ACT’s physicality significantly, while Ikitau’s prowess as one of the top outside centres in the game adds further strength to the team.
The question remains: will their return be sufficient to disrupt the unbeaten Hurricanes? Despite facing three yellow cards, the Wellingtonians displayed formidable strength in last week’s match, making their track record at GIO Stadium less concerning for the Brumbies. In the blazing afternoon sun, the Brumbies will be a dangerous force, especially with Kini Naholo shining brightly. Yet, this moment is pivotal for them to prove their capability as genuine contenders for the finals.
Canes in a tight finish.
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