United Rugby Championship Team Announcements Round 5
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The teams for this weekend's Round 5 fixtures of the BKT United Rugby Championship have been named with all details of match officials and broadcast information below. |
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FRIDAY, OCTOBER 30 Connacht Rugby v Leinster Rugby Dexcom Stadium, Galway – KO 19.45 IRE & UK / 20.45 ITA / 21.45 SA Referee: Hollie Davidson (SRU, 31st league game) AR 1: Andrew Brace (IRFU) AR 2: Keane Davison (IRFU) TMO: Olly Hodges (IRFU) Live on: TG4, Premier Sports, SuperSport, Flo Rugby & URC.tv Connacht Rugby: Josh Ioane, Shayne Bolton, John Devine, Cathal Forde, Daniel Ryan, Sean Naughton, Caolin Blade, Francois van Wyk, Dave Heffernan, Finlay Bealham, Josh Murphy, David O’Connor, Sean O’Brien, Will Connors, Paul Boyle (CAPT) Replacements: Matthew Victory, Jerry Cahir, Fiachna Barrett, Niall Murray, Shamus Hurley-Langton, Colm Reilly, Finn Treacy, Sam Gilbert
Leinster Rugby: Todd Lawlor, Joshua Kenny, Connor Fahy, Charlie Tector, Jordan Larmour, Joey Carbery, Fintan Gunne; Alex Usanov, Gus McCarthy, Niall Smyth, Brian Deeny, Alan Spicer, Max Deegan (CAPT), Scott Penny, James Culhane Replacements: Stephen Smyth, Peter Dooley, Alex Mullan, Conor O'Tighearnaigh, Alex Soroka, Cormac Foley, Caspar Gabriel, Ciaran Mangan Connacht Rugby Head Coach Stuart Lancaster said: “Tomorrow is a big day for a few reasons, but above all else it’s a great opportunity to finish the block on a high. We know what’s at stake and the challenge ahead of us, but I can see the progress we’re making each week, and having 12,000 Connacht fans behind us will be a big boost too.
We’ve 13 players unavailable between internationals and injury, but we’ve put a big emphasis on building squad depth particularly for occasions like this. For a few players it’ll be their first experience of an interpro, but I know they will give their all in what I am sure will be another amazing atmosphere."
Leinster Rugby Head Coach Leo Cullen said: “We always look forward to coming to Connacht but this time it will be tinged with sadness after the passing of Sean Coppinger, their long serving groundsman. He was always a great character and gave us a great welcome. He will be sadly missed by all of us that love rugby.” Glasgow Warriors v 10bet Lions Scotstoun Stadium, Glasgow – KO 19.45 IRE & UK / 20.45 ITA / 21.45 SA Referee: Andrea Piardi (FIR, 63rd league game) AR 1: Mike Adamson (SRU) AR 2: David Sutherland (SRU) TMO: Stefano Penne (FIR) Live on: Premier Sports, SuperSport, Flo Rugby & URC.tv Glasgow Warriors: Ollie Smith, Bayley Kuenzle, Johnny Ventisei, Stafford McDowall (CAPT), Fergus Watson, Dan Lancaster, George Horne; Jake Shearer, Jack Singleton, Fin Richardson, Alex Craig, Jare Oguntibeju, Jamie Ritchie, Macenzzie Duncan, Euan Ferrie Replacements: Gregor Hiddleston, Patrick Schickerling, Sam Talakai, Max Williamson, Ally Miller, Seb Stephen, Callum Reidy, Cameron van Wyk
10bet Lions: Quan Horn, Kelly Mpeku, Henco van Wyk, Bronson Mills, Erich Cronje, Chris Smith, Morne van den Berg; SJ Kotze, Tiaan Lange, RF Schoeman, Etienne Oosthuizen, Ruan Delport, Siba Mahashe, Siba Qoma, Francke Horne (CAPT) Replacements: Morne Brandon, Boan Venter, Conraad van Vuuren, Dylan Sjoblom, Sikhumbuzo Notshe, Nico Steyn, Richard Kriel, Boeta Chamberlain Glasgow Warriors Head Coach Franco Smith said: ”The Lions play a unique brand of rugby that makes them a challenge for any team in the BKT URC, and we know that we must be switched on throughout the match in order to take on that challenge.
“Jake, Jack and Cameron have each earned their selections in a matchday 23 for the first time, with all three men working hard to put themselves in the best possible position ahead of the match.
“We look forward to running out in front of the Warrior Nation one more time before the international window, and we know that they will get behind us at what’s set to be a sold out Scotstoun.”
10bet Lions Assistant Coach Wessel Roux said: “They’re a really good side,” “Most of them are international players, really well coached by Franco [Smith], and they have a real attacking mindset with amazing skills in the wet. Their set-piece is also good.” “We just had a combination of calls that were communicated incorrectly. Once or twice, we made the wrong call, so there was a communication issue, which is something we’ve worked on. “It was just a combination of a few things, but we’ve spoken about it at length and found solutions,” |
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SATURDAY, OCTOBER 31 DHL Stadium, Cape Town – KO 12.45 IRE & UK / 13.45 ITA / 14.45 SA Referee: Sam Grove-White (SRU, 65th league game) AR 1: Stephan Geldenhuys (SARU) AR 2: Sean Muller (SARU) TMO: Ru Campbell (SRU) Live on: SuperSport, Premier Sports, Flo Rugby & URC.tv
DHL Stormers: Damian Willemse, Seabelo Senatla, Ruhan Nel (CAPT), Jonathan Roche, Leolin Zas, Yaqeen Ahmed, Cobus Reinach, Ntuthuko Mchunu, Vernon Paulo, Wilco Louw, Adré Smith, JD Schickerling, Paul de Villiers, Louw Nel, Evan Roos Replacements: Bongi Mbonambi, Vernon Matongo, Neethling Fouché, Riley Norton, Connor Evans, Wandile Mlaba, Haashim Pead, Wandisile Simelane
Ulster Rugby: Ethan McIlroy, Michael Lowry, James Hume, Ben Carson, Zac Ward, Jack Murphy, Matthew Devine, Eric O’Sullivan, Rob Herring, Keynan Knox, Ben Donnell, Eli Snyman, Cormac Izuchukwu, David McCann (CAPT), Juarno Augustus Replacements: Henry Walker, Tom McAllister, Scott Wilson, Harry Sheridan, Martin Moloney, Conor McKee, Jake Flannery, Chay Mullins
DHL Stormers Director of Rugby John Dobson said: “There are many changes, but every player coming in bar the vastly experienced Bongi Mbonambi has already played an important role for us this season.
"It will take a big effort to end this phase of the season with a fourth straight win at home, and everyone is determined to give our fans another win at DHL Stadium.
"After this match we go into a four-week break, so you can expect to see them leave it all out there on Saturday,"
Vodacom Bulls v Scarlets Loftus Versfeld, Pretoria – KO 15.00 IRE & UK / 16.00 ITA / 17.00 SA Referee: Eoghan Cross (IRFU, 42nd league game) AR 1: Christopher Allison (SARU) AR 2: Dylen November (SARU) TMO: Robbie Jenkinson (IRFU) Live on: SuperSport, Premier Sports, Flo Rugby & URC.tv
Vodacom Bulls: Willie le Roux, Dylan Maart, Stedman Gans, Harold Vorster, Stravino Jacobs, Curwin Bosch, Paul de Wet; Alu Tshakweni, Jan-Hendrik Wessels, Khutha Mchunu, Ruan Vermaak, JF van Heerden, Jeandre Rudolph, Hanro Liebenberg (CAPT), Cameron Hanekom Replacements: Johan Grobbelaar, Gerhard Steenekamp, Francois Klopper, Cobus Wiese, Marcell Coetzee, Zak Burger, Sebastian de Klerk, Hakeem Kunene
Scarlets: Ioan Nicholas, Ioan Jones, Joe Roberts, Gabriel MacDonald, Isaac Murray-MacGregor, Carwyn Leggat-Jones, Gareth Davies; Corey Domachowski, John Mckee, Harri O'Connor, Tom Allen, Alex Groves, Sam Lousi, Josh MacLoed (CAPT) , Fletcher Anderson Replacements: Isaac Young, Sam O'Connor, Gabe Hawley, Harvey Cuckson, Dan Davis, Dane Blacker, Gareth Anscombe, Jac Davies
Vodacom Bulls Head Coach Johan Ackermann said: “Scarlets are a quality side who we managed to only narrowly beat last year, by a point or two. Of all the BKT URC teams last season, they brought the most intensity. They keep the ball in play, they test you. They have a very good counter-attacking game. Our work is cut out for us, no doubt.”
Scarlets Director of Rugby Nigel Davies said: “Our performance against the Stormers has given us all plenty of encouragement. We showed what we are capable of when we play with confidence, move the ball into space and back ourselves to take opportunities.
“We know there are areas we need to improve, including being more consistent in our execution and to manage moments in games that can change momentum. That’s particularly important against a side like the Bulls, with their power, physicality and their ability put you under enormous pressure - especially at Loftus.
“We have to match that physicality, work hard for each other and be intelligent in how we manage the game, and make good decisions under pressure. We want to finish this South Africa tour knowing we have taken another step forward as a group.”
Benetton v Edinburgh Rugby Stadio Monigo, Treviso – KO 15.00 IRE & UK / 16.00 ITA / 17.00 SA Referee: Hanru van Rooyen (SARU, 4th league game) AR 1: Fillipo Russo (FIR) AR 2: Manuel Bottino (FIR) TMO: Egon Seconds (SARU) Live on: Sky Italia, Premier Sports, SuperSport, Flo Rugby & URC.tv Benetton: Matt Gallagher, Ignacio Mendy, Federico Zanandrea, Paolo Odogwu, Onisi Ratave, Jacob Umaga, Andy Uren; Matias Medrano, Nicholas Gasperini, Giosuè Zilocchi, Mattia Midena, Piero Gritti, Isaia Walker-Leawere, Manuel Zuliani (CAPT) , Lorenzo Cannone Replacements: Siua Maile, Ivan Nemer, Marcos Gallorini, Jadin Kingi, Antony Miranda, Louis Werchon, Jean Smith, Francois Mey
Edinburgh Rugby: Piers O’Conor, Geordie Gwynn, Matt Currie (C. CAPT), Mosese Tuipulotu, Duhan van der Merwe, James Grayson, Hector Patterson; Alec Hepburn, Harri Morris, Ollie Blyth-Lafferty, Glen Young, Grant Gilchrist, Liam McConnell, Freddy Douglas, Magnus Bradbury (C. CAPT) Replacements: Jerry Blyth-Lafferty, Jamie Stewart, Paul Hill, Callum Hunter-Hill, Tom Currie, Conor McAlpine, Ross Thompson, Harry Paterson
Benetton Head Coach Wayne Pivac said: “Edinburgh will test us in different ways. They are a well-organised team, physically strong and capable of putting opponents under pressure, so we’ll need to be smart in how we approach the game.
For us, it’s about taking responsibility in key moments, being aggressive in the contact area and making the right decisions under pressure. We want to impose our identity on the game, show ambition in the way we play and make the most of the opportunities we create. It’s an important challenge for the group and one we’re looking forward to.”
Edinburgh Rugby Head Coach Sean Everitt said: “Treviso is never an easy place to go. Benetton are a proud side, especially in front of their own supporters, and they’ve been on the wrong end of some tight results this season.
"They’ll want nothing more than to finish this opening block with a home win, and we’re expecting them to throw everything at us.
“Our group is just as hungry to sign off this block on a high. To do that, we’ll need to be switched on for the full 80 minutes. It’s the kind of challenge this squad relishes, and the players can’t wait to get out there on Saturday.” Munster Rugby v Hollywoodbets Sharks Thomond Park, Limerick – KO 17.30 IRE & UK / 18.30 ITA / 19.30 SA Referee: Ben Connor (WRU, 9th league game) AR 1: Peter Martin (IRFU) AR 2: Kevin Beakey (IRFU) TMO: Aled Griffiths (WRU) Live on: Premier Sports, SuperSport, Flo Rugby & URC.tv Munster Rugby: Ben O'Connor, Shay McCarthy, Gordon Wood, Alex Nankivell, Rob Russell, JJ Hanrahan, Ben O'Donovan; Josh Wycherley, Marnus Van der Merwe, Kieran Brookes, Evan O'Connell, Fineen Wycherley, Sean Edogbo, Jack O'Donoghue (CAPT), Brian Gleeson Replacements: Lee Barron, Jeremy Loughman, Michael Alaalatoa, Edwin Edogbo, Gavin Coombes, Jake O’Riordan, Charlie O’Shea, Alex Kendellen
Hollywoodbets Sharks: Zekhethelo Siyaya, Edwill van der Merwe, Suleiman Hartzenberg, Ethan Hooker, Jaco Williams, Gianni Lombard, Jaden Hendrikse; Ox Nche, Ethan Bester, Hanro Jacobs, Jason Jenkins, Emile van Heerden, Matt Romao, Manu Tshituka, Nick Hatton (CAPT) Replacements: Esethu Mnebelele, Cameron Dawson, Thomas du Toit, Stephan Lewies, Vincent Tshituka, Ivan van Zyl, Siya Masuku, Litelihle (Lili) Bester Dragons RFC v Zebre Parma Rodney Parade, Newport– KO 17.30 IRE & UK / 18.30 ITA / 19.30 SA Referee: Griffin Colby (SARU, 14th league game) AR 1: Craig Evans (WRU) AR 2: Gareth Newman (WRU) TMO: Colin Brett (SARU) Live on: Premier Sports, Sky Italia, SuperSport, Flo Rugby & URC.tv Dragons RFC: Angus O’Brien (CAPT), David Richards, Fine Inisi, Fetuli Paea, Anzelo Tuitavuki, Tinus de Beer, Rhodri Williams; Jordan Morris, Elliot Dee, Chris Coleman, Barny Langton-Cryer, Matthew Screech, Shane Lewis-Hughes, Evan Minto, Harrison Keddie Replacements: Brodie Coghlan, Rodrigo Martinez, Owain James, Nick Thomas, Sam Scarfe, Morgan Lloyd, Cai Evans, Joe Westwood
Zebre Parma: Giovanni Montemauri, Leonardo Sodo Migliori, Marco Zanon, Riccardo Casarin, Simone Gesi, Giacomo Da Re, Thomas Dominguez; Sergio Pelliccioli, Giampietro Ribaldi, Juan Barbotti, Francesco Ruffolo, Leonard Krumov, Giacomo Ferrari (CAPT), Bautista Stavile, Davide Ruggeri Replacements: Francisco Minervino, Federico Pisani, Octavio Barbatti, Matteo Canali, Jacopo Botturi, Patricio Baronio Guana, Giovanni Licata / Jacopo Trulla*, Tobias Wade |
