Super Rugby Pacific is heating up as the semi-finals approach, with four teams remaining in the competition vying for the championship title. The ACT Brumbies are the last Australian team standing and will face off against the Blues in Auckland on Friday. The game will be broadcast live and ad-free on Stan Sport.
The Blues will be without their captain, Patrick Tuipulotu, who is out for the season due to a knee injury. Lock Sam Darry will return to the starting lineup in his place. Dalton Papali’i will take over the captaincy at flanker for the Blues. On the other side, the Brumbies welcome back James Slipper from injury, adding experience to their front-row.
The semi-finals will continue on Saturday with the Hurricanes taking on the Chiefs in Wellington. The Hurricanes have suffered a setback with prop Xavier Numia ruled out due to injury. However, the return of Tyrel Lomax and captain Brad Shields will bolster their lineup. The Chiefs, on the other hand, will stick with the same squad that defeated the Queensland Reds in the previous round.
The winners of the semi-finals will face off in the final match the following Saturday to determine the 2024 champions. This year, a new champion will be crowned as the Crusaders did not make it to the finals. Stay tuned for the confirmed team lineups on Wednesday at 2 PM AEDT.
It’s sure to be an exciting weekend of Super Rugby Pacific action as the remaining teams battle it out for a shot at the title. Don’t miss the thrilling matchups and top-class rugby on display in the semi-finals. The competition has been fierce, and the stakes are high as the teams look to secure their place in the final showdown. Get ready for a weekend filled with intense rugby action and unforgettable moments on the field.