Super Rugby Pacific passed the midpoint and set the playoff course.
In Round 9, the Hurricane-Crew Thunder Clash and the Australian Derby will make headlines between the Reds and Brumbies, throwing many important clashes.
Read all lineups, tips and injuries updates.
Good luck with your tips.
Friday, April 11th
Hurricane vs. Cross
Sky Stadium, Wellington, 5:05pm (AEDT)
Hurricane: Reuben Love, Ngatungane Punivai, Bailn Sullivan, Peter Umaga-Jesen, Kini Naholo, Riley Hohepa, Cam Roigard; Peter Rakai, Dupulsis Kilifi, Braden Ise, Isaiah Walker Laureau, Caleb Delani, Til Romax, Asafo Oumua, Xavier Noumea. Alternatives: Raymon Popphany, Dark Rockets, Pasilio Tosi, Will Tucker, Erect Shields, Eremias, Callum Hirern, Datalog Kirjanoff.
Crusades: Jordan, Chai Fihaki, Levi Aumua, David Havili, Sebu Reese, Taha Kemara and Noah Hotsham. Christian Rio Willie, Ethan Blackarder, Karen Grace, Jamie Hannah, Scott Barrett, Fletcher Newell, Ioan Moananu and Tammity Williams. Alternatives: Matt Mold, George Bauer, Kersholl Sykes Martin, Antonio Charhoun, Tom Christie, Mitch Drummon, James O’Connor and Mcca Springer.
Official: James Dollman; Judgement assistants: Todd Petry, Fraser Hannon. TMO: Glenn Newman
prediction: When both of these met early in the season, the crusades were too strong, but the hurricanes have improved ever since. They will also kick themselves about slipping one in Auckland last week. But backed by the return of skipper David Havili and All Blacks Scott Barrett, Ethan Blacker and Tamighty Williams, the Crusades will also fantasize about a chance to win a road. Crusades 2.
Top Fantasy Picks: Return to his favorite left wing, Sevu Reece This week is a powerful option.
Odds (tab.com.au): Hurricane $1.90, -0.5 $1.90; Crusades $1.90, +0.5 $1.90
NSW Waratas and Chiefs
Allianz Stadium, Sydney, 5:05pm (AEDT)
Watasu: Joseph-Aukuso Suaalii, Andrew Kellaway, Lalakai Foketi, Joey Walton, Triston Reilly, Lawson Creighton, Teddy Wilson; Langi Gleeson, Jamie Adamson, Rob Leota, Ben Grant, Hugh Sinclair, Daniel Botha, Ethan Dobbins, Angus Bell. Alternatives: Julian Heaven, Isaac Kylea, Taniela Tupoo, Miles Amatacello, Leafy Tarataina, Jack Grant, Jack Bowen, Henry O’Donnell
chief: Damien Mackenzie, Sean Stevenson, Gideon Rampling, Quinn Taupae, Leeroy Court, Josh Jacomb, Cort Ratima; Simon Parker, Luke Jacobson, Tupou Very, Happy Selby Rickitt, George Dyer, translated by Samyson, Ollie Norris. Alternatives: Bradley Slater, Jared Prots, Reuben Organization, The Ah Kui, Kaylum Boshier, Xavier Roe, Daniel Daniel, Emoni Narawa.
Official: Angus Mavey; Judge Assistant: Marcus Pleil, Stu Curran; TMO: James Lecky
prediction: This game has a “must-see” feel to NSW. This is to run into the playoffs. But after consecutive weeks after they surrender after halftime, they will need something special to arrest their slide against the leaders of the competition. The chiefs are making their fight stronger after their bruiseful encounter with the Reds. Chiefs 14.
Top Fantasy Picks: Damian McKenzie Enjoy extra freedom with a fullback, especially if the weather continues in Sydney.
Odds (tab.com.au): Watts $4, +10.5$1.95; Chiefs $1.24, -10.5$1.85
Saturday, April 12th
Blues vs. Pacific
Eden Park, Auckland, 2:35pm (AEDT)
Blues: Corey Evans, Mark Tele’a, Ioane, Lam, Caleb Clarke, Beauden Barrett, Finlay Christie; Hoskins Sotutu, Dalton Papali’i, Anton Segner, Josh Beehre, Patrick Toplot (Capt), Angus Ta’avao, Ricky Riccitelli, Joshua Fusita’a. Alternatives: Kurt Eklund, Mason Tupaea, PJ Sheck, Cam Christie, Adrian Choat, Taufa Funaki, Harry Plummer, and Stephen Perofeta.
Moana: William Caro, Kylen Crabshames, Danny Sarahi, Jackson Garden Baccop and Melago Thynn. Semisi chips blanks, Ardie Saua (Capt), Society Craig, Samel Slade, Millennium Saniriva and Abrahohraniulum. Alternatives: Sheep Maximum, James Ray Lee, Chris Steel, Tangeu, Patrick Porellini, Fine Inch.
Official: Paul Williams; Assistant Referees: Mike Winter, Warwickler Mart. TMO: Richard Kelly
prediction: Moana Pasifika won history last week, winning his first consecutive game in Super Rugby. They also reclaim Starbuck Lower’s miraculous Philagi for this. However, Bruce looked like he was in 2024 last week. This is a worrying sign of the rest of the competition. They may be trying to drive. Blues by 3.
Top Fantasy Picks: Find the huge game of Miracle Faiilagi. If he performs as he did two weeks ago, Pacifica would be very close to his third consecutive win.
Odds (tab.com.au): Blues $1.15, -13.5$1.85; Moana $5.20, +13.5$1.95
Highlanders vs. Physian and Rua
Forsythbur Stadium, Dunedin, 5:05pm (AEDT)
Highlanders: Jacob Ratumaitavuki-Kneeepkens, Taniela Filimone, Thomas Umaga-Jensen, Timoci Tavatavanawai, Jona Nareki, Cameron Millar, Folafakatava; Hugh Renton, Venni Lasaka, Oliver Hague, Fabian Holland, Will Stoddart, Sosefo Cowtay, Henry Bell, and Ethan de Groot. Alternatives: Jack Taylor, Daniel Leanert Brown, Tyra Brow, Sam Gilbert, Devil Gilbert, donations.
Drua: Caleb Muntz, Celestino Lavutaumada, Iosepho Masi, Inia Tabauvo, Ponypeet Longonimasi, Isahi Armstrong Lavra, and Simione Kurboli. Elia canakaiivata, Isoa Tuwai, Joseva Tamani, Isoa Nasilasila, Mesake Vocevoce, Mesake Dog, Mesuale Dolokoto, Hareiti list. Alternatives: guriel togiatama, Peni Ravai, Samuela Tawake, Leone Rotuisolia, Vilive Miramira, Philip Baselala, Isikeli Rabitu, Tuidraki Samusamuvodre
Official: Nick Berry; Assistant Referees: Jordanway, Jeremy Markey. TMO: Brett Cronan
prediction: The Highlanders are pleased to return home after an annoying tour of Australia. If they are a serious final threat, they cannot afford to drop this in their home. Luckily, for Jamie Joseph’s part, Drua seems unable to tie it together for long enough. They have not won since winning the Chiefs in Round 3. 10 by the Highlanders.
Top Fantasy Picks: Timosy Fall It’s a threat to both sides of the ball.
Odds (tab.com.au): Highlanders $1.30, -8.5$1.95; Drua $3.40, +8.5$1.85
Queensland Reds vs. Brunbees
Suncorp Stadium, Brisbane, 7:35pm (AEDT)
red: Hermeaia Muraray, Lachie Anderson, Broh Pakalamam, Team Ryan, Team Lynagha, Tate McDermot; Joe Brial, Praser McRateight, Urus Uru, Serial Quece-loto-loto-loto-loto-loto, Josh Candham, Zene Noongor, Matt fa’agase, fa’agase sef. Alternatives: Richie Asiata, Alex Hodgman, Jeffrey Thomaga Allen, Angus Bryce, John Bryant, Kalani Thomas, Harry McLaughlin Phillips, Jock Campbell.
Brumbies: Tom Wright, Andy Muirhead, Soli and Corey are also Noah candidates, Ryan Donner. Leah Tapitoy Hand, Lorie Scott, Tohooper, Nick Frost, Billy Pollard. Alternatives: Lachlan Lonergan, Blake Schoupp, Feao Fotuaika, Lachlan Shaw, Luke Reimer, Harrison Goddard, Declan Meredith, Ollie Sapsford.
Official: Angus Gardner; Assistant Referees: Matt Kerahan, Damon Murphy. TMO: Graham Cooper
prediction: This is a game that concludes the weekend. Brumbies is refreshed after goodbye, adding the motivation for Andy Muirhead’s 100th game, but Reds has a century of its own with Tate McDermott. Queensland also showed last week that it can be mixed with the chief in wet conditions. Still, the real arms are wrestling, and the Wallabies fight from head to head awaits. The Reds miss Wallabee skipper Harry Wilson, but he’s been out for six weeks with a broken arm.
Top Fantasy Picks: In his 100th game, Tate McDermott A smart choice for scrum half
Odds (tab.com.au): Reds $1.60, -3.5$1.85; Brumbies $2.30, +3.5$1.95
Injury zone
Brumby
Lachlan Lonergan (Play To Play Protocol, Concussion, Veosdead Back Round 9), Kadin Pritchard (Play To Play Protocol, Concussion, Veosd Back Round 9), Charlie Cale (Temeline TBC), Ben O’donnell (Hamstring Operation), Tevita Alatini (ACL), Harry Vella (ACL)
Blues
PJ Shek (shoulders), Zarun Sullivan (foots), Ben Ake (shoulders), Adrian Chort (knee), Taufafunaki (shoulders), Leon Paul (shoulders, Anton Segner (neck), Samdary (shoulders, seasons), AJ Lamb (legs).
chief
Simon Parker (knee, short term), Anton Linert Brown (legs, short term), Josh Lord (knee, mid term), Lameka Poipi (knee, season), Caleb Trask (hamstring, mid term), Eton Nanai Setulo (hunstring, long term), Liam Coves Frain, Fottebring (hunstring, long term), Wallace Cititi (knee, long term), te toiroa tahuriorangi (shoulder, short term)
Cross Army
Dom Gardiner (Hamstring/weeks) Johnny McNicholl (Hamstring/weeks 3-4) Kyle Preston (Rib/1-2) Kershawl Sykes-Martin (Knees/2) George Bell (Foots/Seasons)
Physia and Rua
Epeli type (knee)
Highlanders
Oliver Heig (foot / 2 weeks) Jonah Lowe (ACL / 1-2 weeks) Jacob Ratumaitabki Nipkens (neck / 2-3 weeks) Forau Whakatava (hamstring / 1-2 weeks) Finn Harley (quad / TBC) Nicola Broughton (rib injury / 1-2 weeks) Hugh Renton (gloin / 1-2 weeks)
Hurricane
Brett Cameron (knee/season) Devan Flanders (ankle/round 12) Tjay Clarke (shoulder/round 11) Daniel Sinkinson (hamstring/round 8) Riley Higgins (hand/round 8) Harry Godfrey (lower limbs/round 11) Billy Proctor (Achilles/TBC)
pacific ocean
James Ray (elbow) Julian Saya (shoulder) Michael Curry (hamster injury) Tan Heiling (hanking)
NSW Waratas
Max Jorgensen (ankles), Jake Gordon (medial ligament) Mahevairan (broken arm) Dave Poleki (calf) Fergusley Warner (foot) Lucas Ripley (shoulders)
Queensland Reds
Josh Froke, Matt Gibbon, Frankie Goldsbrough, Mason Gordon Isaac Henry, Will McCulloch, Liam Wright
Western forces,
Harry Johnson Holmes (knee) Bailey Quenzle (knee) Harry Hoopout (knee) Dibud Pal (shoulder) Matt Proctor (shoulder) Papillon Sever (knee)
suspension
Drua: Motikiai Murray (Round 9)
Highlanders: Sean Wyth (Round 12)
All odds are correct at the time of publication.