Harlequins Squad v Bristol Bears

Harlequins have been bolstered by the return of Andre Esterhuizen for Saturday’s must-win Gallagher Premiership clash with Bristol Bears at a sold-out Stoop (KO 15:05 – live on TNT Sports).

The South African centre is one of four changes following the defeat to Exeter Chiefs, with Fin Baxter, Will Evans and Danny Care returning to the starting XV, while Impact Player James Chisholm is set to make his 150th Harlequins appearance.

Up-front, Fin Baxter and Will Collier join hooker Jack Walker. Irne Herbst and Stephan Lewies maintain their second-row partnership, with Will Evans and Chandler Cunningham-South on the flanks. Alex Dombrandt completes the pack at number eight.

In the backs, Danny Care and Marcus Smith reunite their halves combination, with Andre Esterhuizen and Luke Northmore in the midfield. Oscar Beard and Louis Lynagh start on the wings, with Tyrone Green at fullback.

The Impact Players feature a five-three split with Sam Riley, Simon Kerrod and Dillon Lewis covering the front-row, alongside lock forward George Hammond and back-row James Chisholm. Will Porter and Jarrod Evans provide cover in the halves, with centre Will Joseph making his first appearance since January.

Director of Rugby Billy Millard commented: “This season has presented several big moments for our squad, and we’ve been proud of the way they have stood up and responded to the challenge. This Saturday is another important moment in our season. We know what is required and we’re determined to get the job done. We’re looking forward to being back home at The Stoop and playing in front of another sold-out crowd."

Harlequins Starting XV: 1. Fin Baxter 2. Jack Walker 3. Will Collier 4. Irne Herbst 5. Stephan Lewies (Captain) 6. Chandler Cunningham-South 7. Will Evans 8. Alex Dombrandt 9. Danny Care 10. Marcus Smith 11. Oscar Beard 12. Andre Esterhuizen 13. Luke Northmore 14. Louis Lynagh 15. Tyrone Green

Impact Players: 16. Sam Riley 17. Simon Kerrod 18. Dillon Lewis 19. George Hammond 20. James Chisholm 21. Will Porter 22. Jarrod Evans 23. Will Joseph

Not available for selection (injury): Dino Lamb, Nick David, Matas Jurevicius, Joe Launchbury, Cadan Murley, Joe Marler