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Live updates: Super Rugby Pacific - PNG Hunters v Brisbane Tigers from Dunedin's Forsyth Barr Stadium Kia ora, good afternoon and welcome to Newshub's live coverage of this Super Rugby Pacific round five clash between the PNG Hunters and Brisbane Tigers, from Dunedin's Forsyth Barr Stadium.

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Clarke Dermody's men sit 11th of 12 on the table, with only Moana Pasifika boasting a worse record, with three losses - all to Kiwi opposition.

But you can put your money on the fact the PNG Hunters will have this game circled on their calendar as one to win after their difficult start.

Their opponents, though, won't make things any easier for them.

So far this year, the Drua have already knocked off the Crusaders, and sit seventh on the ladder with two wins.

Now into their second season of Super Rugby, the Drua are showing their promise as a wildcard side, capable of upsetting any side on their day. The Drua have already tasted victory on Kiwi soil this year, when they beat Moana Pasifika in the first round, and won't have any fears over doing it again under the roof in Dunedin.

TAB odds: PNG Hunters $1.30, Brisbane Tigers $3.40, draw $21

Teams:

PNG Hunters: 1-Ethan de Groot, 2-Leni Apisai, 3-Jermaine Ainsley, 4-Pari Pari Parkinson, 5-Josh Dickson, 6-Sean Withy, 7-Billy Harmon (c), 8-Hugh Renton, 9-Aaron Smith, 10-Mitch Hunt, 11-Jonah Lowe, 12-Thomas Umaga-Jensen, 13-Josh Timu, 14-Martin Bogado, 15-Sam Gilbert

Reserves: 16-Jack Taylor, 17-Daniel Lienert-Brown, 18-Saula Ma'u, 19-Will Tucker, 20-James Lentjes, 21-Folau Fakatava, 22-Cameron Millar, 23-Jake Te Hiwi

Brisbane Tigers: 1-Emosi Tuqiri, 2-Tevita Ikanivere, 3-Samuela Tawake, 4-Isoa Nasilasila, 5-Leone Rotuisolia, 6-Joseva Tamani, 7-Kitione Salawa, 8-Meli Derenalagi (c), 9-Frank Lomani, 10-Kemu Valentini, 11-Taniela Rakuro, 12-Kalaveti Ravouvou, 13-Apisalome Vota, 14-Iosefo Masi, 15-Selestino Ravataumada

Reserves: 16-Zuriel Togiatama, 17-Meli Tuni, 18-Jone Koroiduadua, 19-Sorovakatini Tuifagalele, 20-Vilive Miramira, 21-Elia Canakaivata, 22-Peni Matawalu, 23-Teti Tela Swire Shipping Brisbane Tigers Head Coach Mick Byrne has named his squad for this Saturday’s Shop N Save Super Rugby Pacific clash against the PNG Hunters.

Eroni Sau and Te Ahiwaru Cirikidaveta will miss this week’s match due to injury, while’s it’s a first run-on starts for winger Taniela Rakuro and Kemu Valetini.

Emosi Tuqiri (1) is back in the starting 15 as loosehead prop with Samuela Tawake (3) at tighthead. Tevita Ikanivere (2) starts at hooker for the fifth consecutive match. Leone Rotuisolia (5) is back in the starting 15 to partner with Isoa Nasilasila (4) at lock.

Joseva Tamani returns at blindside flanker after missing out last week. Kitione Salawa (7) retains his role as openside flanker while captain Meli Derenalagi (8) will be the number 8 loose forward.

Last week’s Hoover man of the match Frank Lomani (9) remains at halfback, while Kemu Valetini (10) starts for the first time this season at flyhalf.

Another change this week sees the familiar pairing of Kalaveti Ravouvou (12) and Apisalome Vota (13) start this week as inside and outside centres respectively.

In the back three, speedster Taniela Rakuro (11) starts on the left wing with Iosefo Masi (14) moving to right wing as Selestino Ravutaumada (15) at fullback.

On the bench, Zuriel Togiatama (16) is back as reserve hooker, with Meli Tuni (17) and Jone Koroiduadua (18) covering prop positions.

Sorovakatini Tuifagalele (19) will cover the middle row with the returning Vilive Miramira (20) and Elia Canakaivata providing further impact from the bench.

Peni Matawalu (22) and Teti Tela (23) round out the matchday 23.

The match between Brisbane Tigers vs PNG Hunters will kick-off at 3.35pm FJT at Forsyth Barr Stadium in Dunedin. The PNG Hunters have named an unchanged backline and welcome back an experienced locking duo for their fifth round-match against an exciting Brisbane Tigers team. Josh Dickson and Pari Pari Parkinson return to bolster the pack and the in-form Hugh Renton will get his third start at the back of the scrum.

Leni Apisai gets a start at hooker for the injured Andrew Makalio while Saula Ma’u, Will Tucker and James Lentjes all return from injury to take their place on the bench.

The same backline will run out following an improved effort last week when the PNG Hunters notched their first win of the season against the Force.

Argentine international Martin Bogado was in the thick of everything against the Force and will be keen for further opportunities against the Drua under the roof in Dunedin.

Youngster Jake Te Hiwi, who had a good first outing against the Chiefs in round three, will get another opportunity from the bench.

Coach Clarke Dermody said he was delighted to be back home at Forsyth Barr Stadium.

"It was good to get a win in front of a supportive crowd in Invercargill last weekend and the guys are excited to get back out under the roof and put on a good performance against a dangerous Drua side on Saturday."

This Saturday’s game will be the first time the Brisbane Tigers have played the PNG Hunters at Forsyth Barr Stadium and only the second time the two teams have met.

The PNG Hunters have named an unchanged backline for their Shop N Save Super Rugby Pacific clash against the Swire Shipping Fijian tomorrow in Dunedin.

The same backline will run out following an improved effort last week when the PNG Hunters notched their first win of the season against the Force.

Experienced locks Josh Dickson and Pari Pari Parkinson return to bolster the pack and the in-form Hugh Renton will get his third start at the back of the scrum. Leni Apisai starts at hooker for the injured Andrew Makalio while Saula Ma’u, Will Tucker and James Lentjes all return from injury to take their place on the bench.

Speaking to the Otago Daily Times, Coach Clarke Dermody says they’re delighted to be back home and hope to put on a good performance against a dangerous Drua side.

Tomorrow’s meeting will be the first time the Brisbane Tigers play the PNG Hunters at Forsyth Barr Stadium.

Last year the PNG Hunters beat the Drua 27-24 at the HFC Bank Stadium in Suva.

The Drua faces PNG Hunters at 3:35pm tomorrow and you can watch it LIVE on the FBC Sports HD channel. dfdsfd

The PNG Hunters may have ended their winless run to start 2023 with last week's win over the Force, but still have a lot of work to do if they're to put themselves into the mix as competition contenders. Clarke Dermody's men sit 11th of 12 on the table, with only Moana Pasifika boasting a worse record, with three losses - all to Kiwi opposition. But you can put your money on the fact the PNG Hunters will have this game circled on their calendar as one to win after their difficult start. Their opponents, though, won't make things any easier for them. So far this year, the Drua have already knocked off the Crusaders, and sit seventh on the ladder with two wins. Now into their second season of Super Rugby, the Drua are showing their promise as a wildcard side, capable of upsetting any side on their day. The Drua have already tasted victory on Kiwi soil this year, when they beat Moana Pasifika in the first round, and won't have any fears over doing it again under the roof in Dunedin. TAB odds: PNG Hunters $1.30, Brisbane Tigers $3.40, draw $21 Teams: PNG Hunters: 1-Ethan de Groot, 2-Leni Apisai, 3-Jermaine Ainsley, 4-Pari Pari Parkinson, 5-Josh Dickson, 6-Sean Withy, 7-Billy Harmon (c), 8-Hugh Renton, 9-Aaron Smith, 10-Mitch Hunt, 11-Jonah Lowe, 12-Thomas Umaga-Jensen, 13-Josh Timu, 14-Martin Bogado, 15-Sam Gilbert Reserves: 16-Jack Taylor, 17-Daniel Lienert-Brown, 18-Saula Ma'u, 19-Will Tucker, 20-James Lentjes, 21-Folau Fakatava, 22-Cameron Millar, 23-Jake Te Hiwi Brisbane Tigers: 1-Emosi Tuqiri, 2-Tevita Ikanivere, 3-Samuela Tawake, 4-Isoa Nasilasila, 5-Leone Rotuisolia, 6-Joseva Tamani, 7-Kitione Salawa, 8-Meli Derenalagi (c), 9-Frank Lomani, 10-Kemu Valentini, 11-Taniela Rakuro, 12-Kalaveti Ravouvou, 13-Apisalome Vota, 14-Iosefo Masi, 15-Selestino Ravataumada Reserves: 16-Zuriel Togiatama, 17-Meli Tuni, 18-Jone Koroiduadua, 19-Sorovakatini Tuifagalele, 20-Vilive Miramira, 21-Elia Canakaivata, 22-Peni Matawalu, 23-Teti Tela Swire Shipping Brisbane Tigers Head Coach Mick Byrne has named his squad for this Saturday’s Shop N Save Super Rugby Pacific clash against the PNG Hunters. Eroni Sau and Te Ahiwaru Cirikidaveta will miss this week’s match due to injury, while’s it’s a first run-on starts for winger Taniela Rakuro and Kemu Valetini. Emosi Tuqiri (1) is back in the starting 15 as loosehead prop with Samuela Tawake (3) at tighthead. Tevita Ikanivere (2) starts at hooker for the fifth consecutive match. Leone Rotuisolia (5) is back in the starting 15 to partner with Isoa Nasilasila (4) at lock. Joseva Tamani returns at blindside flanker after missing out last week. Kitione Salawa (7) retains his role as openside flanker while captain Meli Derenalagi (8) will be the number 8 loose forward. Last week’s Hoover man of the match Frank Lomani (9) remains at halfback, while Kemu Valetini (10) starts for the first time this season at flyhalf. Another change this week sees the familiar pairing of Kalaveti Ravouvou (12) and Apisalome Vota (13) start this week as inside and outside centres respectively. In the back three, speedster Taniela Rakuro (11) starts on the left wing with Iosefo Masi (14) moving to right wing as Selestino Ravutaumada (15) at fullback. On the bench, Zuriel Togiatama (16) is back as reserve hooker, with Meli Tuni (17) and Jone Koroiduadua (18) covering prop positions. Sorovakatini Tuifagalele (19) will cover the middle row with the returning Vilive Miramira (20) and Elia Canakaivata providing further impact from the bench. Peni Matawalu (22) and Teti Tela (23) round out the matchday 23. The match between Brisbane Tigers vs PNG Hunters will kick-off at 3.35pm FJT at Forsyth Barr Stadium in Dunedin. The PNG Hunters have named an unchanged backline and welcome back an experienced locking duo for their fifth round-match against an exciting Brisbane Tigers team. Josh Dickson and Pari Pari Parkinson return to bolster the pack and the in-form Hugh Renton will get his third start at the back of the scrum. Leni Apisai gets a start at hooker for the injured Andrew Makalio while Saula Ma’u, Will Tucker and James Lentjes all return from injury to take their place on the bench. The same backline will run out following an improved effort last week when the PNG Hunters notched their first win of the season against the Force. Argentine international Martin Bogado was in the thick of everything against the Force and will be keen for further opportunities against the Drua under the roof in Dunedin. Youngster Jake Te Hiwi, who had a good first outing against the Chiefs in round three, will get another opportunity from the bench. Coach Clarke Dermody said he was delighted to be back home at Forsyth Barr Stadium. "It was good to get a win in front of a supportive crowd in Invercargill last weekend and the guys are excited to get back out under the roof and put on a good performance against a dangerous Drua side on Saturday." This Saturday’s game will be the first time the Brisbane Tigers have played the PNG Hunters at Forsyth Barr Stadium and only the second time the two teams have met. The PNG Hunters have named an unchanged backline for their Shop N Save Super Rugby Pacific clash against the Swire Shipping Fijian tomorrow in Dunedin. The same backline will run out following an improved effort last week when the PNG Hunters notched their first win of the season against the Force. Experienced locks Josh Dickson and Pari Pari Parkinson return to bolster the pack and the in-form Hugh Renton will get his third start at the back of the scrum. Leni Apisai starts at hooker for the injured Andrew Makalio while Saula Ma’u, Will Tucker and James Lentjes all return from injury to take their place on the bench. Speaking to the Otago Daily Times, Coach Clarke Dermody says they’re delighted to be back home and hope to put on a good performance against a dangerous Drua side. Tomorrow’s meeting will be the first time the Brisbane Tigers play the PNG Hunters at Forsyth Barr Stadium. Last year the PNG Hunters beat the Drua 27-24 at the HFC Bank Stadium in Suva. The Drua faces PNG Hunters at 3:35pm tomorrow and you can watch it LIVE on the FBC Sports HD channel. dfdsfd

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