Pace and power key for Tahs

Waratahs star Israel FolauCredit: Kai Schwoerer

Waratahs v Hurricanes
Sky Sports 4, 10.45am
The Brumbies’ defeat to the Blues yesterday presents the Waratahs with a chance to leapfrog their Australian rivals in the playoff places.

It’s a vital game for the Canes too and bookmakers rate the hosts as the narrowest of favourites.

But the Waratahs’ attacking flair has come to the fore as the season has worn on and they look powerful up front too, with Dean Mumm again moving from the second row to flanker to provide extra bulk in the back five.

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Graham WoodsRacing Post Sport

Published on 9 July 2016inRugby Union tips

Last updated 18:50, 8 July 2016

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