The Queensland Reds are looking to keep their finals hopes alive as they travel to Hamilton to face the Chiefs.
The Reds are the last Australian team remaining following the ACT Brumbies' thumping defeat to the Hurricanes.
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Fraser McReight is set to bring up his 100th game in the maroon jersey, while Filipo Daugunu returns to the starting side at inside centre.
For the Chiefs, they can book a spot in the semi-finals against the Crusaders as they look to keep New Zealand's perfect record against Australian sides on home soil.
The return of Damian McKenzie is a massive boost after been cleared of a concussion.
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Welcome to Rugby.com.au's coverage of the Chiefs-Reds qualifying final in Hamilton.
Conditions look absolutely atrocious at FMG Stadium, with the rain pleting down.
A late change for the Chiefs: Liam Coombes-Fabling is out, replaced by Daniel Sinkinson.
The Reds need to make history to advance, while the Chiefs can book a home final with a win.
CHIEFS (1-15): Ollie Norris, Samisoni Taukei'aho, Sione Ahio, Josh Lord, Tupou Vaa'i, Simon Parker, Luke Jacobson (c), Wallace Sititi, Cortez Ratima, Damian McKenzie, Kyren Taumoefolau, Quinn Tupaea, Kyle Brown, Daniel Sinkinson, Isaac Hutchinson
Replacements: Brodie McAlister, Jared Proffit, George Dyer, Seuseu Naitoa Ah Kuoi, Samipeni Finau, Te Toiroa Tahuriorangi, Josh Jacomb, Leroy Carter
REDS (1-15): Aidan Ross, Josh Nasser, Zane Nonggorr, Josh Canham, Lukhan Salakaia-Loto, Joe Brial, Fraser McReight (c), Harry Wilson, Tate McDermott, Carter Gordon, Tim Ryan, Filipo Daugunu, Josh Flook, Lachie Anderson, Jock Campbell
Replacements: Matt Faessler, George Blake, Massimo De Lutiis, Hamish Muller, Vaiuta Latu, Kalani Thomas, Ben Volavola, Treyvon Pritchard
Referee: James Doleman
Assistant Referees: Marcus Playle, Fraser Hannon
TMO: Glenn Newman
The Reds' clash with the Chiefs will be shown LIVE on Stan Sport.
Coverage will be live and ad-free on Stan Sport, slated to start at 4:30 pm with kickoff expected at 5:05 pm.
