The upcoming home game features a new half-back pairing for Edinburgh Rugby as they prepare to face Benetton Rugby. This match marks the first home opening at Hive Stadium following a previously postponed fixture against Ulster.
Team Changes and New Pairing
Head Coach Sean Everitt has announced several changes to the starting lineup after last week’s narrow defeat against Munster. The new half-back duo consists of Charlie Shiel and Cammy Scott, with Scott making his debut as starting fly-half.
The team sees three changes overall, including Grant Gilchrist returning to the lock position, replacing the rested Marshall Sykes. The rest of the backline remains unchanged, featuring Wes Goosen alongside wingers Duhan van der Merwe and Darcy Graham, who recently scored his first try of the season.
Starting XV and Key Players
- Backline:
– 9. Charlie Shiel
– 10. Cammy Scott
– 11. Duhan van der Merwe
– 12. James Lang
– 13. Piers O’Conor
– 14. Wes Goosen
– 15. Darcy Graham - Forward Pack:
– 1. Pierre Schoeman
– 2. Ewan Ashman
– 3. D’arcy Rae
– 4. Sam Skinner
– 5. Grant Gilchrist
– 6. Liam McConnell
– 7. Dylan Richardson
– 8. Magnus Bradbury (Captain)
Bench and Injuries
On the bench, loosehead James Whitcombe replaces the rested Boan Venter, while Ross Thompson returns from injury to join the lineup. Notably, several players are unavailable due to various injuries, including Ben Muncaster (ankle) and Harry Paterson (concussion).
Match Day Experience
This match on Friday, October 17, is scheduled to kick off at 7:45 PM. Fans can look forward to an innovative pre-match light show, powered by CUE Audio’s advanced technology, to enhance the stadium experience. Attendees are encouraged to download the ‘Stadium FX’ app beforehand to participate in the synchronized light display.
- Instructions for Fans:
– Download ‘Stadium FX’ app.
– Accept ‘Terms of Use’ and ‘Privacy Policy’.
– Enable microphone and camera permissions.
– Follow stadium announcements for the light show start.
As Edinburgh Rugby takes to the field, they face a competitive Benetton team filled with international talent. Coach Everitt has emphasized the importance of this matchup, expressing enthusiasm for playing in front of home fans once again.
This homecoming match is set to be an exciting event for players and supporters alike, marking a significant moment in the season.
