The Queensland Reds are looking to end their drought against the Hurricanes as the two teams face off in Wellington.
The Reds last defeated the Hurricanes in New Zealand 28 years ago, however, they head into this contest off the back of a quality win in Lautoka over the Fijian Drua.
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Wallabies superstar Fraser McReight returns after he was rested, while flyhalf Tom Lynagh is set for his first appearance of 2026 via the bench.
The Hurricanes are riding high after entering the round on top of the ladder.
Co-captain Du'Plessis Kirifi comes back into the starting side as they hunt for 11 straight wins over the Reds.
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Welcome to Rugby.com.au's coverage of the Hurricanes-Reds clash and there's a massive change already.
All Black Tyrel Lomax is out with injury, with Tevita Mafileo coming in for a straight swap.
Conditions look bright and sunny in Wellington for a massive game for both teams.
HURRICANES (1-15): Xavier Numia, Asafo Aumua, Tevita Mafileo, Caleb Delany, Warner Dearns, Devan Flanders, Du’Plessis Kirifi (co-c), Peter Lakai, Cam Roigard, Ruben Love, Fehi Fineanganofo, Jordie Barrett (co-c), Billy Proctor, Bailyn Sullivan, Josh Moorby
Replacements: Vernon Bason, Siale Lauaki, Pasilio Tosi, Isaia Walker-Leawere, Brayden Iose, Ereatara Enari, Lucas Cashmore, Jone Rova
REDS (1-15): Aidan Ross, Josh Nasser, Nick Bloomfield, Seru Uru, Lukhan Salakaia-Loto, Joe Brial, Fraser McReight (c), Harry Wilson, Louis Werchon, Harry McLaughlin-Phillips, Tim Ryan, Hunter Paisami, Isaac Henry, Filipo Daugunu, Jock Campbell
Replacements: Richie Asiata, George Blake, Jeffery Toomaga-Allen, Hamish Muller, Vaiuta Latu, Kalani Thomas, Tom Lynagh, Treyvon Pritchard
Referee: Angus Mabey
Assistant Referees: Paul Williams, Mike Winter
TMO: Aaron Paterson
The Hurricanes' clash with the Reds will be shown LIVE on Stan Sport.
Coverage will be live and ad-free on Stan Sport, slated to start at 2:00 pm with kickoff expected at 2:35 pm.
