Rugby_Geeks's FanView

Thu 8th Apr

The rebels come into this week after a battering from the reds and force took a pasting off the Brumbies. There is no doubt they will both be looking to make amends and get a W on the board. The both teams hopes of making the final are still in their hands and this will no doubt be a cagey thriller for the fans allowed in the stands! Whilst both teams will be eager to get their seasons back on track The rebels are the stronger team on paper (although that means nothing if you watched Highlanders v Crusaders last week!) and there's no real reason they shouldn't come out on top to make it three from the last 4 games. Rebels coach Dave Wessels has made 3 changes to the starting line up, Lewis Holland will make his first starting appearance at inside centre, Robert Leota returns to the second row and James Hanson steps in at Hooker. Brad Wilkins has recovered from a shoulder injury and will start the game on the bench, but will no doubt have a role to play throughout proceedings. The Rebels currently sit 3rd in the league just one place above the opposition Western force in 4th. Hoping for some fireworks at the AAMI Stadium.