Rebels skipper Dane Haylett-Petty is back to take on the Hurricanes while the Waratahs have rung the changes to play the Bulls with Ned Hanigan named in the unfamiliar No 8 jersey. And Brumbies coach Dan McKellar admits it’s frustrating after David Pocock’s injury return was delayed for at least another two weeks. Read on for all the round 12 Super Rugby team news. Live stream the 2019 Vodafone Super Rugby on KAYO SPORTS. Every game of every round live & anytime in HD and ad-break free during play. Get your 14 day free trial > CRUSADERS v SHARKS at AMI Stadium, Christchurch, Friday 5.35pm AEST The Crusaders will be without rested All Blacks Sam Whitelock, Richie Mo’unga, David Havili and Ryan Crotty for the round 12 opener against the Sharks. In their places come Scott Barrett, Mitch Hunt, Will Jordan and Jack Goodhue, who forms a new-look midfield combination with Braydon Ennor. In other changes, Jordan Taufua starts at blindside flanker in place of Whetukamokamo Douglas, Matt Todd replaces Billy Harmon on the openside and will captain the side while All Blacks lock Luke Romano has returned to fitness and is named on the bench behind Mitchell Dunshea. “He’s had a couple of niggles but they’re all fine now,” Crusaders coach Scott Robertson said of Romano. “He played for Hurunui at the weekend and did some damage and played well. “Now, it’s his opportunity to play again. “I just think it’s a testament to the depth of our squad and the ability to give young guys game time, give them confidence, get them out on the field.” Meanwhile, Sharks coach Robert du Preez has tweaked his side following the upset win over the Waratahs in Sydney. Tendai Mtawarira has returned home with a knee injury, with Thomas du Toit switching to loosehead prop and Coenie Oosthuizen coming in on the tighthead side. Lock Ruan Botha replaces Hyron Andrews in the starting line-up while captain Louis Schreuder returns at halfback for the competition’s most daunting challenge. “We played really well and were in control of the game, dominating them,” du Preez said of the Waratahs win. “The conditions are a lot better here and not as humid as in Durban, but we have been working on handling and our basics and the message this week is back to basics.” CRUSADERS (15-1): Will Jordan, Sevu Reece, Braydon Ennor, Jack Goodhue, George Bridge, Mitch Hunt, Bryn Hall, Kieran Read, Matt Todd (c), Jordan Taufua, Scott Barrett, Mitchell Dunshea, Michael Alaalatoa, Codie Taylor, Joe Moody Reserves: Ben Funnell, Isi Tu’ungafasi, Oliver Jager, Luke Romano, Ethan Blackadder, Mitchell Drummond, Brett Cameron, Tim Bateman SHARKS (15-1): Aphelele Fassi, Sbusiso Nkosi, Lukhanyo Am, Andre Esterhuizen, Makazole Mapimpi, Curwin Bosch, Louis Schreuder (c), Daniel du Preez, Jean-Luc du Preez, Philip van der Walt, Ruan Botha, Ruben van Heerden, Coenie Oosthuizen, Kerron van Vuuren, Thomas du Toit Reserves: Akker van der Merwe, Mzamo Majola, John-Hubert Meyer, Hyron Andrews, Jacques Vermeulen, Cameron Wright, Robert du Preez, Marius Louw Referee: Brendon Pickerill (NZ) NEW PODCAST! Rod Kafer joins the crew to discuss the end of his stint working for Rugby Australia and the health of the game in this country. Plus Reds stalwart Scott Higginbotham dials in ahead of this weekend’s key clash with the Sunwolves Subscribe to the podcast on iTunes by CLICKING HERE REDS v SUNWOLVES at Suncorp Stadium, Brisbane, Friday 7.45pm AEST Reds coach Brad Thorn has made just one change to his starting side to play the Sunwolves after young winger Jack Hardy was ruled out for the season after rupturing his ACL. Hardy’s misfortune means Jock Campbell will make his first Super Rugby start, while uncapped Seb Wileman is in line to make his debut from the bench. The Reds are fourth in the Australian conference and beating the lowly Sunwolves is a must for their finals chances. “It’s an important game for us this week,” Thorn said. “The Sunwolves are a dangerous side. “We’re hoping to put in a good performance for our Queensland fans on Friday night. “We’ve lost Jack Hardy for the season unfortunately. “He did his ACL over in Durban and underwent surgery this week. “As a group we’ll support him in his recovery. “At just 19, he’s already made his Super Rugby debut and we think he’s a got a big future at the club. “It sees Jock Campbell handed his first start. “He made his Queensland debut over in Africa and had some good touches on the wing over there. “He’s a hard worker and continues to improve each week. “Seb Wileman possibly gets a chance to make his Queensland debut this week. “He’s come to us through club rugby system with Warringah down in Sydney. “Seb’s been playing some good footy with Brothers here in Brisbane and has been working hard at training.” Meanwhile, Sunwolves coach Tony Brown has shelved his experiment with Rahboni Warren-Vosayaco at inside centre. The Sydney product played two games at No 12 but has been switched back to No 8 for the Reds clash, with former Highlanders centre Phil Burleigh coming into the backline. Former Reds loose forward Hendrik Tui is named at blindside flanker while Australian Ben Gunter is on the bench. REDS (15-1): Hamish Stewart, Jock Campbell, Chris Feauai-Sautia, Samu Kerevi (c), Sefa Naivalu, Bryce Hegarty, Tate McDermott, Scott Higginbotham, Liam Wright, Angus Scott-Young, Lukhan Salakaia-Loto, Izack Rodda, Taniela Tupou, Alex Mafi, Harry Hoopert Reserves: Brandon Paenga-Amosa, JP Smith, Ruan Smith, Harry Hockings, Adam Korczyk, Moses Sorovi, Duncan Paia’aua, Seb Wileman SUNWOLVES (15-1): Ryohei Yamanaka, Gerhard van den Heever, Jason Emery, Phil Burleigh, Semisi Masirewa, Hayden Parker, Keito Shigeno, Rahboni Warren-Vosayaco, Kara Pryor, Hendrik Tui, Luke Thompson (c), Grant Hattingh, Hiroshi Yamashita, Shota Horie, Masataka Mikami Reserves: Nathan Vella, Pauliasi Manu, Takuma Asahara, Tom Rowe, Ben Gunter, Jamie Booth, Yu Tamura, Jamie Henry Referee: Angus Gardner (AUS) MORE RUGBY NEWS MIXED BAG: Rugby’s Game of Thrones Winterfell player ratings CRON GONE: Blow for Aussie rugby as gun Kiwi coach leaves Waratahs ALL BLACKS: $1 million-plus... for four days training HURRICANES v REBELS at Westpac Stadium, Wellington, Saturday 3.15pm AEST<doc-sep>Seven competition points separate eleven Super Rugby teams, and eight points separate five tipping panellists. It really has been a crazy year. Last week was no different, with some crazy results really rattling some apple carts. Mine, specifically. Round 12 marks the first full round of seven games in a month, and if I’m honest, they all look a bit obvious. Facebook Twitter Whatsapp Reddit Email Share And that can only mean one thing: this week will be carnage. Don’t say you weren’t warned. Round 11: Geoff 5; Nobes, Digger, Harry, and The Crowd 4; Brett 2. Overall: Nobes 43; Digger 42; Harry and The Crowd 40; Geoff 38; Brett 35. Perfect rounds: It’s happened! Congrats to Roarer ThugbyFan who correctly rattled off a perfect Round 11 of the Crusaders, Highlanders, Hurricanes, Sharks, Stormers, and the Jaguares. Geoff Tips: Crusaders, Reds, Rebels, Highlanders, Brumbies, Bulls, Jaguares Friday looks like a straightforward start – Crusaders and Reds at home. On Saturday afternoon, the irresistible force (the Rebels flat-line attack) meets the immovable object (the Hurricanes rush defence). Everything points towards the Canes, but with the inspirational TJ Perenara sitting this one out, after a couple of rough weeks for the Rebels, I’m prepared to take a punt on an upset. Advertisement Advertisement The Highlanders look too strong at home for the Chiefs, while there is a perplexing choice in Canberra, the Brumbies off the road trip from hell versus the rested Blues. I think the Brumbies have plenty of ticker, so I’ll take them on trust. It’s very hard to find enough reasons to tip the Waratahs in Pretoria, so it’s the Bulls there, before another toughie to finish the round… The Jaguares at home. Sure thing: Ben Smith will post a pic on social media with his mum and #boyfriend RG Snyman, sending nobody into meltdown because everyone knows that Smith always makes the right decision. Nobes Tips: Crusaders, Reds, Hurricanes, Highlanders, Blues, Bulls, Jaguares Round 11 may have been the most reasonable in terms of the results that were given and predicted, so my confidence level for the next weekend has grown. Advertisement Advertisement The unbeatable Crusaders at home should account for the Sharks who already have a positive result from their tour of the Oceania. The desperate Reds will beat the Sunwolves who seem to have given everything they had in Round 9 and come from a very bad result in Tokyo. The Hurricanes won a game against the Chiefs that defies all statistics. With a scrum and line in deficit and little possession won, a game with a rush defence and taking advantage of all the opportunities that defence created. The Rebels will be under a lot of pressure and I have my doubts that they can handle it. Also, this will be the game that I sure want to see this weekend if I must choose one. Which brings us to another entertaining match between the Highlanders and Chiefs where they face two different styles of rugby where those at home seem to be sharper. The Brumbies will be trying to remove the jetlag and bruises from their trip to South Africa and Buenos Aires and will have to reset to play a rested Blues; in my opinion too much to handle. The intensity of the Blues should prevail. Neither the Bulls or Waratahs are at their best, but I’m leaning towards the home team. Finally, I think the Jaguares have been growing a lot in closing the games they previously lost and despite the distractions that their players have in Buenos Aires every day, I think they will win their match against the Stormers. Advertisement Advertisement Sure thing: Officials will be watching the shirt pulling issues after reading Brett’s article this week. Digger Tips: Crusaders, Reds, Hurricanes, Highlanders, Brumbies, Bulls, Jaguares The more I look at it, the more I am convinced that this round is all about the home sides, but it seems unlikely that will happen, when was the last round that happened, all home teams winning? Despite that, I will back all the home sides this week starting with the Crusaders who will hopefully end my dreadful tipping of all matches involving the Sharks, while I like the Reds at home though perhaps a tough assignment after the Sunwolves received a hiding last week. Canes by plenty and the Highlanders should be too good on current form despite the travel against a depleted Chiefs side. I want to tip the Blues as my ‘away’ bet this week but I still don’t trust them to travel well yet and I also suspect they are a momentum team, the bye wouldn’t help and the Brumbies are playing some ‘tough’ footy at the moment and should be more battle-hardened despite the air points accumulated recently. After the last few weeks, I can’t tip the Tahs away at altitude and the Jaguares at home look the best bet against the travelling mild cold front. Sure thing: Laumape running at Cooper should be fun for everyone, while jersey pulling will continue, though hopefully front rowers will show more respect for themselves and remain standing. Advertisement Advertisement Harry Tips: Crusaders, Reds, Hurricanes, Highlanders, Blues, Bulls, Stormers The team formerly and still known as the Crusaders will continue their merry march. Jerseys will be tugged. Cards will not. The Reds will score seven tries, and concede a couple. The Canes will cane like a Singapore copper. The Landers will settle the score. The Blues will get back on the horse. The Bulls will boot and scoot and root. The Stormers will obliterate the Jags, jogging and jigging and jagging. The Jaguares will lleyds an egg. Sure thing: Nobody will ever get a yellow card simply for extending a maul by a second or two… Brett Tips: Crusaders, Reds, Rebels, Highlanders, Brumbies, Bulls, Jaguares Advertisement Advertisement There’s a great Seinfeld episode where in the middle of yet another crisis, George decides that he’s going to start doing the opposite to his instincts, based purely on his chronic and consistent failures in life.<doc-sep>Five out of six correct! That’s more like it for the algorithm! We never lost faith… ahem. So, what happened? Among other things, the Highlanders hammered the Sunwolves 52-0, the Stormers got their revenge over the Bulls and the Waratahs paid for their mistakes going down to 14 men and ultimately losing to the Sharks. Facebook Twitter Whatsapp Reddit Email Share Super Rugby Round 11 predicted vs actual Season accuracy 43 correct from 71:60.6% Season margin of error: 13.45 Weekend accuracy: 5 correct from 6: 83.3% Weekend margin error: 15.00 Teams Actual score Predicted score Correct Margin of error Sunwolves 0 23 Yes 41 Highlanders 52 34 Crusaders 36 45 Yes 10 Lions 10 29 Jaguares 20 26 Yes 1 Brumbies 15 20 Waratahs 15 33 No 15 Sharks 23 26 Hurricanes 47 33 Yes 17 Chiefs 19 22 Stormers 24 29 Yes 6 Bulls 23 22 Round 12 matches and predictions So, here’s the algorithm’s predictions for the next round of Super Rugby. Lovely job. Super Rugby Round 12 predictions Season accuracy: 43 correct from 71: 60.6% Season margin error: 13.45 Teams Predicted score Chance of winning Prediction Crusaders 45 91.1% Crusaders to win by 21 Sharks 24 7.9% Reds 37 79.3% Reds to win by 12 Sunwolves 25 19.3% Highlanders 29 66.8% Highlanders to win by 8 Chiefs 21 31.4% Brumbies 25 68.5% Brumbies to win by 6 Blues 19 29.7% Hurricanes 41 90.6% Hurricanes to win by 20 Rebels 21 8.5% Bulls 33 60.7% Bulls to win by 5 Waratahs 28 37.4% Jaguares 24 65.1% Jaguares to win by 7 Stormers 17 33.1% Crusaders vs Sharks The Crusaders have won their 25th consecutive Super Rugby game at home after outclassing the Lions, 36-10. The Sharks are their next opponents, who won away from home against a 14-man Waratahs outfit. Advertisement Advertisement We have had a look at the Sharks away form and its not for good reading really; only three wins in their last 11. Sharks last ten away matches P W L D F A Win % Avg Pts Sharks 11 3 8 0 264 328 37% 24 Opposition 11 8 3 0 328 364 73% 29.8 Date Home Score Score Away 27/04/2019 Waratahs 15 23 Sharks 05/04/2019 Lions 5 42 Sharks 09/03/2019 Bulls 37 14 Sharks 21/07/2018 Crusaders 40 10 Sharks 07/07/2018 Stormers 27 16 Sharks 25/05/2018 Jaguares 29 13 Sharks 12/05/2018 Bulls 39 33 Sharks 31/03/2018 Blues 40 63 Sharks 23/03/2018 Rebels 46 14 Sharks 17/03/2018 Brumbies 24 17 Sharks 17/02/2018 Lions 26 19 Sharks The algorithm has the Crusaders winning this one by 21. If the algorithm is correct, and there can’t be too many who would disagree with this one, what can teams do to stop the powerhouse that is the Crusaders? Leave a comment below with your thoughts. Reds vs Sunwolves The Reds are coming off a bye and the Sunwolves will be hurting after a 52-0 loss at home to the Highlanders. The Reds have been a mixed bag so far generally, so we took a look at their home record in particular. Advertisement Advertisement Reds last ten home matches P W L D F A Win % Avg Pts Reds 10 5 5 0 265 258 50% 26.5 Opposition 10 5 5 0 258 265 50% 25.8 Date Home Score Score Away 05/04/2019 Reds 24 12 Stormers 30/03/2019 Reds 13 32 Rebels 24/03/2019 Reds 36 14 Brumbies 02/03/2019 Reds 12 22 Crusaders 13/07/2018 Reds 48 27 Sunwolves 06/07/2018 Reds 37 23 Rebels 02/06/2018 Reds 41 52 Waratahs 26/05/2018 Reds 15 18 Highlanders 28/04/2018 Reds 27 22 Lions 21/04/2018 Reds 12 36 Chiefs Sunwolves last ten away matches P W L D F A Win % Avg Pts Sunwolves 10 1 9 0 225 407 10% 22.5 Opposition 10 9 1 0 407 225 90% 40.7 Date Home Score Score Away 06/04/2019 Rebels 42 15 Sunwolves 09/03/2019 Blues 28 20 Sunwolves 02/03/2019 Chiefs 15 39 Sunwolves 13/07/2019 Reds 48 27 Sunwolves 07/07/2018 Waratahs 77 25 Sunwolves 03/06/2018 Brumbies 41 31 Sunwolves 25/05/2018 Rebels 40 13 Sunwolves 27/04/2018 Hurricanes 43 15 Sunwolves 21/04/2018 Crusaders 33 11 Sunwolves 17/03/2018 Lions 40 38 Sunwolves As you can see, it’s fifty-fifty with nearly identical points scored. However, the Sunwolves are worse off with just one win to their name away from home, against the Chiefs a few weeks back. The algorithm has the Reds winning by 12 Advertisement Advertisement Hurricanes vs Rebels The Hurricanes were impressive enough against the struggling Chiefs, winning 47-19. The Rebels, who are coming off a bye, will be fresh but might be a little cautious after losing their last two matches. However, they still remain top of the Australian conference. We have had a look at previous results between these two sides. Head to head P W L D F A Win % Avg Pts Hurricanes 7 6 1 0 311 131 86% 44.4 Rebels 7 1 6 0 131 311 15% 18.7 Date Home Score Score Away 30/03/2018 Rebels 19 50 Hurricanes 04/03/2017 Hurricanes 71 6 Rebels 15/04/2016 Rebels 13 38 Hurricanes 27/03/2015 Hurricanes 36 12 Rebels 09/05/2014 Rebels 15 25 Hurricanes 26/05/2012 Hurricanes 66 24 Rebels 25/03/2011 Rebels 42 25 Hurricanes Some big wins there with the last game in Wellington going to the Canes 71-6. A comprehensive win indeed. The algorithm has the Hurricanes to win by 20 this time round. What do you think? Too high? Too low? Just right. Highlanders vs Chiefs Advertisement Advertisement The Highlanders showed the Sunwolves who was boss last weekend winning 52-0. The Chiefs, on the other hand, lost to the Canes away from home and are on the road again for this game. The Chiefs also have the worst defence in the Super Rugby. After ten matches, they have conceded 340 points and 43 tries. We have had a look at the overall results between these two teams with the Chiefs leading a tight head to head 18 to 14. We also looked at how the Highlanders have performed recently at home against the Chiefs, and it’s pretty even stuff. Highlanders vs Chiefs at home<doc-sep>Queensland Reds are back at home after a two-week tour of South Africa, followed by a bye, for the visit of the unpredictable Sunwolves. But the weekend's action kicks off in Christchurch earlier Friday, the seemingly unstoppable Crusaders welcoming the Sharks. Saturday's action is headlined by two trans-Tasman clashes, firstly in Wellington and then Canberra. (Note: All times are Australian Eastern Daylight Time) Jump ahead to a particular game. Crusaders vs. Sharks | Reds vs. Sunwolves | Hurricanes vs. Rebels | Highlanders vs. Chiefs | Brumbies vs. Blues | Bulls vs. Waratahs | Jaguares vs. Stormers Friday, May 3 Crusaders vs. Sharks, 5.35 p.m., Christchurch Stadium, Christchurch Crusaders: Will Jordan, Sevu Reece, Braydon Ennor, Jack Goodhue, George Bridge, Mitch Hunt, Bryn Hall; Kieran Read, Matt Todd (captain), Jordan Taufua, Scott Barrett, Mitchell Dunshea, Michael Alaalatoa, Codie Taylor, Joe Moody. Replacements: Ben Funnell, Isi Tu'ungafasi, Oliver Jager, Luke Romano, Ethan Blackadder, Mitchell Drummond, Brett Cameron, Tim Bateman. Sharks: Aphelele Fassi, Sbu Nkosi, Lukhanyo Am, Andre Esterhuizen, Makazole Mapimpi, Curwin Bosch, Louis Schreuder, Daniel du Preez, Jean-Luc du Preez, Philip van der Walt, Ruan Botha, Ruben van Heerden, Coenie Oosthuizen, Kerron van Vuuren, Thomas du Toit. Replacements: Akker van der Merwe, Mzamo Majola, John-Hubert Meyer, Hyron Andrews, Jacques Vermeulen, Cameron Wright, Robert du Preez, Marius Louw. Reds vs. Sunwolves, 7.45 p.m, Suncorp Stadium, Brisbane Reds: Hamish Stewart, Jock Campbell, Chris Feauai-Sautia, Samu Kerevi (c), Sefa Naivalu, Bryce Hegarty, Tate McDermott; Scott Higginbotham, Liam Wright, Angus Scott-Young, Lukhan Salakaia-Loto, Izack Rodda, Taniela Tupou, Alex Mafi, Harry Hoopert. Replacements: Brandon Paenga-Amosa, JP Smith, Ruan Smith, Harry Hockings, Adam Korczyk, Moses Sorovi, Duncan Paia'aua, Seb Wileman. Sunwolves: Ryohei Yamanaka, Gerhard van den Heever, Jason Emery, Phil Burleigh, Semisi Masirewa, Hayden Parker, Keito Shigeno; Rahboni Warren-Vosayaco, Kara Pryor, Hendrik Tui, Luke Thompson (c), Grant Hattingh, Hiroshi Yamashita, Shota Horie, Masataka Mikami. Replacements: Nathan Vella, Pauliasi Manu, Takuma Asahara, Tom Rowe, Ben Gunter, Jamie Booth, Yu Tamura, Jamie Henry. Saturday, May 4 Hurricanes vs. Rebels, 3.15 p.m., Westpac Stadium, Wellington Hurricanes: Jordie Barrett, Wes Goosen, Matt Proctor, Ngani Laumape, Chase Tiatia, Beauden Barrett (c), Richard Judd, Reed Prinsep, Ardie Savea, Vaea Fifita, Isaia Walker-Leawere, James Blackwell, Jeffery Toomaga-Allen, Asafo Aumua, Fraser Armstrong. Replacements: Ricky Riccitelli, Toby Smith, Alex Fidow, Kane Le'aupepe, Liam Mitchell, Du'Plessis Kirifi, Finlay Christie, James Marshall. Rebels: Dane Haylett-Petty, Jack Maddocks, Tom English, Reece Hodge, Marika Koroibete, Quade Cooper, Will Genia, Isi Naisarani, Rob Leota, Angus Cottrell, Matt Philip, Luke Jones, Jermaine Aisnley, Anaru Rangi, Tetera Faulkner. Replacements: Hugh Roach, Matt Gibbon, Sam Talakai, Reece Haylett-Petty, Pone Fa'amausili, Michael Ruru, Billy Meakes, Campbell Magnay. Highlanders vs. Chiefs, 5.35 p.m., Forsyth Barr Stadium, Dunedin Highlanders: Ben Smith, Matt Faddes, Rob Thompson, Teihorangi Walden, Tevita Li, Aaron Smith; Elliot Dixon, James Lentjies, Luke Whitelock, Tom Franklin, Jackson Hemopo, Tyrel Lomax, Liam Coltman, Daniel Lienert-Brown. Replacements: Ash Dixon, Ayden Johnstone, Siate Tokohali, Shannon Frizell, Kayne Hammington, Josh McKay, Patelesio Tomkinson. Chiefs: Solomon Alaimalo, Sean Wainui, Tumua Manu, Anton Lienert-Brown, Etene Nanai-Seturo, Marty McKenzie, Brad Weber, Tyler Ardron, Lachlan Boshier, Luke Jacobson, Mitchell Brown, Michael Allardice (c), Nepo Laulala, Nathan Harris, Atu Moli. Replacements: Liam Polwart, Ryan Coxon, Angus Ta'avao, Jesse Parete, Taleni Seu, Te Toiroa Tahuriorangi, Shaun Stevenson, Bailyn Sullivan. Brumbies vs. Blues, 7.45 p.m., GIO Stadium, Canberra Brumbies: Tom Banks, Henry Speight, Len Ikitau, Irae Simone, Toni Pulu, Christian Lealiifano (captain), Joe Powell, Pete Samu, Jahrome Brown, Tom Cusack, Sam Carter, Rory Arnold, Allan Alaalatoa, Folau Faigna'a, James Slipper. Replacements: Conor McInerney, Scott Sio, Leslie Leuluaialii-Makin, Darcy Swain, Murray Douglas, Ryan Lonergan, Tom Wright, Andy Muirhead. Blues: Melani Nanai, Matt Duffie, TJ Faiane, Ma'a Nonu, Caleb Clarke, Otere Black, Sam Nock; Akira Ioane, Blake Gibson, Tom Robinson, Josh Goodhue, Gerard Cowley-Tuioti, Ofa Tu'ungafasi, Leni Apisai, Alex Hodgman. Replacements: James Parsons, Karl Tu'inukuafe, Marcel Renata, Patrick Tuipolotu, Dalton Papalii, Augustine Pulu, Harry Plummer, Levi Aumua. Bulls vs. Waratahs, 11.05 p.m., Loftus Versfeld, Pretoria Bulls: Warrick Gelant, Cornal Hendricks, Johnny Kotze, Burger Odendaal, Rosko Specman, Handré Pollard (captain), Ivan van Zyl, Duane Vermeulen, Hanro Liebenberg, Marco van Staden, R.G. Snyman, Jannes Kirsten, Trevor Nyakane, Jaco Visagie, Lizo Gqoboka Replacements: Johan Grobbelaar, Simphiwe Matanzima, Wiehan Herbst, Thembelani Bholi, Paul Schoeman, André Warner, Manie Libbok, Dylan Sage. Waratahs: Kurtley Beale, Cam Clark, Adam Ashley-Cooper, Karmichael Hunt, Curtis Rona, Bernard Foley, Nick Phipps; Ned Hanigan, Michael Hooper (c), Lachlan Swinton, Rob Simmons, Tom Staniforth, Sekope Kepu, Damien Fitzpatrick, Harry Johnson-Holmes. Replacements: Andrew Tuala, Tom Robertson, Chris Talakai, Hugh Sinclair, Will Miller, Jake Gordon, Lalakai Foketi, Alex Newsome. Sunday May 5 Jaguares vs. Stormers, 5.40 a.m. Estadio Jose Amalfitani, Buenos Aires Jaguares: Stormers: Bye: Lions<doc-sep>
The Melbourne Rebels will welcome captain Dane Haylett-Petty and vice-captain Angus Cottrell back to the team as they lock horns with the Hurricanes on Saturday. But the club has been dealt a cruel blow in the form of an injury to Adam Coleman. The Wallaby lock’s absence will see Luke Jones move to No.4, Rob Leota slot in at No.7 and Tetera Faulkner promoted off the bench. Injury has also forced Queensland into making a change for their side to face the Sunwolves this Friday night. Facebook Twitter Whatsapp Reddit Email Share The Reds made just one change to their lineup, promoting Jock Campbell to the starting XV for the first time. He replaces Jack Hardy on the wing, who suffered an ACL injury last week. Seb Wileman has been named on the bench as Campbell’s replacement, making him eligible for a potential Super Rugby debut. Injuries aren’t as much of a concern for the Brumbies, although they’ve elected to make three changes to their starting lineup against the Blues this Saturday – headlined by Joe Powell and Irae Simone replace Tom Wright and Ryan Lonergan in the XV, Elsewhere, Ben Smith returns to the injury-ravaged Highlanders in the fullback spot for their match against the Chiefs, although All Blacks Liam Squire and Waisake Naholo are still unavailable. The Hurricanes have named Beauden Barrett as captain for the second time this season in their clash with the Rebels. Be sure to bookmark this page and keep checking back throughout the week as all the teams are named for Round 12. Crusaders vs Sharks: Friday, 5:35pm, AMI Stadium Crusaders 1. Joe Moody, 2. Codie Taylor, 3. Michael Alaalatoa, 4. Mitchell Dunshea, 5. Scott Barrett, 6. Jordan Taufua, 7. Matt Todd (c), 8. Kieran Read, 9. Bryn Hall, 10. Mitchell Hunt, 11. George Bridge, 12. Jack Goodhue, 13. Braydon Ennor, 14. Sevu Reece, 15. Will Jordan Bench: 16. Ben Funnell, 17. Isi Tu’ungafasi, 18. Oliver Jager, 19. Luke Romano, 20. Ethan Blackadder, 21. Mitchell Drummond, 22. Brett Cameron, 23. Tim Bateman Sharks 1. Thomas du Toit, 2. Kerron van Vuuren, 3. Coenie Oosthuizen, 4. Ruben van Heerden, 5. Ruan Botha, 6. Philip van der Walt, 7. Jean-Luc du Preez, 8. Daniel du Preez, 9. Louis Schreuder (c), 10. Curwin Bosch, 11. Makazole Mapimpi, 12. Andre Esterhuizen, 13. Lukhanyo Am, 14. Sbusiso Nkosi, 15. Aphelele Fassi Bench: 16. Akker van der Merwe, 17. Mzamo Majola, 18. John-Hubert Meyer, 19. Hyron Andrews, 20. Jacques Vermeulen, 21. Cameron Wright, 22. Robert du Preez, 23. Marius Louw Reds vs Sunwolves: Friday, 7:45pm, Suncorp Stadium Reds 1. Harry Hoopert, 2. Alex Mafi, 3. Taniela Tupou, 4. Izack Rodda, 5. Lukhan Salakaia-Loto, 6. Angus Scott-Young, 7. Liam Wright, 8. Scott Higginbotham, 9. Tate McDermott, 10. Bryce Hegarty, 11. Sefa Naivalu, 12. Samu Kerevi (c), 13. Chris Feauai-Sautia, 14. Jock Campbell, 15. Hamish Stewart – Bond University Bench: 16. Brandon Paenga-Amosa, 17. JP Smith, 18. Ruan Smith, 19. Harry Hockings, 20. Adam Korczyk, 21. Moses Sorovi, 22. Duncan Paia’aua, 23. Seb Wileman Sunwolves 1. Masataka Mikami, 2. Shota Horie, 3. Hiroshi Yamashita, 4. Grant Hattingh, 5. Luke Thompson, 6. Hendrik Tui, 7. Kara Pryor, 8. Rahboni Warren-Vosayaco, 9. Kaito Shigeno, 10. Hayden Parker, 11. Semisi Masirewa, 12. Phil Burleigh, 13. Jason Emery, 14. Gerhard van den Heever, 15. Ryohei Yamanaka Bench: 16. Nathan Vella, 17. Pauliasi Manu, 18. Takuma Asahara, 19. Tom Rowe, 20. Ben Gunter, 21. Jamie Booth, 22. Yu Tamura, 23. Jamie Henry Hurricanes vs Rebels: Saturday, 3:15pm, Westpac Stadium Hurricanes 1. Fraser Armstrong, 2. Asafo Aumua, 3. Jeff To’omaga-Allen, 4. James Blackwell, 5. Isaia Walker-Leawere, 6. Vaea Fifita, 7. Ardie Savea, 8. Reed Prinsep, 9. Richard Judd, 10. Beauden Barrett (c), 11. Chase Tiatia, 12. Ngani Laumape, 13. Matt Proctor, 14. Wes Goosen, 15. Jordie Barrett Bench: 16. Ricky Riccitelli, 17. Toby Smith, 18. Alex Fidow, 19. Kane Le’aupepe, 20. Liam Mitchell, 21. Du’Plessis Kirifi, 22. Finlay Christie, 23. James Marshall Rebels 1. Tetera Faulkner, 2. Anaru Rangi, 3. Jermaine Ainsley, 4. Luke Jones, 5. Matt Philip, 6. Angus Cottrell, 7. Rob Leota, 8. Isi Naisarani, 9. Will Genia, 10. Quade Cooper, 11. Marika Koroibete, 12. Reece Hodge, 13. Tom English, 14. Jack Maddocks, 15. Dane Haylett-Petty (c) Bench: 16. Hugh Roach, 17. Matt Gibbon, 18. Sam Talakai, 19. Ross Haylett-Petty, 20. Pone Fa’amausili, 21. Michael Ruru, 22. Billy Meakes, 23. Campbell Magnay Highlanders vs Chiefs: Saturday, 5:35pm, Forsyth Barr Stadium Highlanders 1. Daniel Lienert-Brown, 2. Liam Coltman, 3. Tyrel Lomax, 4. Jackson Hemopo, 5.