NSW Waratahs
24
Match Complete
Moana Pasifika
33
| M. Hooper |  | 80 | ||
| T. Latu | | 72 | ||
| 65 | | M. Faiilagi | ||
| 62 |  | C. Leali'ifano | ||
| 60 | | C. Leali'ifano | ||
| B. Donaldson | | 38 | ||
| N. Hanigan | | 38 | ||
| 32 | | C. Leali'ifano | ||
| 31 | | T. Tavatavanawai | ||
| 21 | | C. Leali'ifano | ||
| 19 | | M. Faiilagi | ||
| 14 | | C. Leali'ifano | ||
| 13 | | T. Tavatavanawai | ||
| B. Donaldson | | 5 | ||
| M. Nawaqanitawase | | 4 |
| 4 | Tries | 5 | ||
| 2 | Conversions | 4 | ||
| 0 | Penalty Goals | 0 | ||
| 0 | Field Goals | 0 |
Darren Coleman has bolstered his side by adding three Wallabies to the starting XV that lost to the Crusaders in Christchurch. Join The Roar for live scores and updates from 7.30pm AEST.
Mahe Vailanu returns to the starting side replacing David Porecki. Vailanu is joined by Harry Johnson-Holmes and Nephi Leatigaga who will look to make his starting debut this weekend.
Ned Hanigan returns to the starting line-up, he will partner with Hugh Sinclair in the second row.
Wallabies back rower Lachlan Swinton make his return having served his 7-week ban that occurred in round 7 against the Force.
Lachlan Swinton will make his return against Moana Pasifika on Saturday. (Photo by Matt King/Getty Images)
He will be joined by Taleni Seu who moves to number eight and Langi Gleeson will revert to the bench.
Michael Hooper returns after being rested and will take over the captaincy from Jake Gordon. Hooper is leading the team in tackles this season (152) and will be looking to put on a performance in his final home match.
Harrison Goddard will make his starting debut this year as Gordon moves to the bench. Goddard will partner with Ben Donaldson in the halves.
The centres remain unchanged. Mosese Tuipulotu who led the team in tackles (17) last weekend will continue at inside centre, and Joey Walton will remain at outside centre.
The back three have been shuffled around in the absence on Max Jorgenson. Dylan Pietsch stays on the left wing and Izaia Perese will return and slot onto the right wing.
Perese will look to notch his 50th Super Rugby Cap this weekend (17 for QLD) against Moana Pasifika.
Mark Nawaqanitwase will step up and move from his usual wing position to fullback this weekend.
Meanwhile, Aaron Mauger has named a settled side from the one that lost by a point to the Drua last weekend.
Christian Lealiifano will run the cutter at fly-half against the Waratahs and has plenty of pace and muscle outside him, with Levi Aumua in the midfield and Timoci Tavatavanawai on the wing.
Game information
Venue: Allianz Stadium
Kickoff time: 7.35pm AEST
Streaming: Stan Sport
Betting: Waratahs $1.17 Moana $5.00 – Odds via PlayUp
Teams
Waratahs: Nephi Leatigaga, Mahe Vailanu, Harry Johnson-Holmes, Ned Hanigan, High Sinclair, Lachie Swinton, Michael Hooper (c), Taleni Seu, Harrison Goddard, Ben Donaldson, Dylan Pietsch, Mosese Tuipulotu, Joey Walton, Izaia Perese, Mark Nawaqanitawase
Replacements: Tolu Latu, Tom Lambert, Archer Holtz, Charlie Gamble, Langi Gleeson, Jake Gordon, Tane Edmed, Harry Wilson
Moana Pasifika: Abraham Pole, Luteru Tolai, Sosefo ‘Apikotoa, Michael Curry, Samuel Slade, Miracle Failagi, Penitoa Finau, Solomone Funaki (c), Jonathan Taumateine, Christian Lealiifano, Timoci Tavatavanawai, Henry Taefu, Levi Aumua, Tima Fainga’anuku, William Havili,
Replacements: Samiuela Moli, Ezekiel Lindemuth, Chris Apoua, Mike McKeee, Alamanda Motuaga, Ereatara Enari, Lincoln McClutchie, Fine Inisi
Referee: Graham Cooper
ThugbyFan
Roar Guru
Hey Pogo, the WB vs Fiji in the RWC should be a cracker! Fiji Drua will be hard pressed to continue their good work in next year's SRP competition. At least 9 of their starters in the match against the Reds are heading to the sunny climes of France and all points North.
Wig
Roar Rookie
Well it is getting to the pointy end ken. Go any team apart from the tahs :laughing: :thumbup:
Chika
Roar Rookie
Yes I remember Donaldson’s one and only Wallabies moment. He missed the kick to bring about the first ever loss to Italy. Can we please never see him in gold again? Thanks
Chika
Roar Rookie
Donaldson makes Lolesio look awesome
Rhys
Roar Rookie
I think he didn’t realise that MP were winless up until now.
Ken Catchpole's Other Leg
Roar Guru
Wig, your chip is showing.
tuohyred
Roar Rookie
+++ only just found out Doran is a Newscorpse stooge Blocking from now on
jeznez
Roar Guru
He is injured. Delayed surgery because there were 12 guys injured as the time. Decided to nut it out and play through the pain. It’s definitely impacted him. Hope his surgery and recovery go well and we see him back to his best next year.
Derek Murray
Roar Rookie
I can’t explain his lack of minutes this season. At his best he starts for the Wallabies. Why DC ignored him will remain a mystery
Chivas
Roar Rookie
Well it does if they are being selected ahead of you..
Double Agent The First
Roar Rookie
I preferred the first version! :laughing:
JD Kiwi
Roar Rookie
:laughing: :laughing: :laughing:
Derek Murray
Roar Rookie
You’re either good or not good. Better than your teammates doesn’t necessarily mean good
donnietaco
Then why haven't the Rebels managed to finish higher than the Force this year? :laughing:
ThugbyFan
Roar Guru
Oh crap TYPO, I meant "open the KEGS and bring on the dancing girls". Amtyping on a small phone. Horrible blue there. LoL :shocked:
Chivas
Roar Rookie
He missed a throw... were you watching the game up until he came on.... he waa a vast improvement.
ThugbyFan
Roar Guru
Rolando, watching Gamble move around the field makes me think he is carrying an injury. He hasn't looked right all year. Probably rushed back when all the injuries kept coming. Hope he gets back to his best. TNT need him big time. :happy:
Derek Murray
Roar Rookie
You’ve lost me. What is wrong with what he said?
Derek Murray
Roar Rookie
He looks like JP did last year when he wanted to be the match winner every touch. No concept of less is more, just trying to score off every single touch. Hopefully this reality check will be a wake up call
Derek Murray
Roar Rookie
He missed his first throw and a tackle that led to a try. I’d prefer my replacements to be a bit more accurate