Bulls make minimal changes for Glasgow playoff
· Citizen
The Bulls have opted for continuity in their Champions Cup last-16 clash with Glasgow Warriors at Scotstoun Stadium on Saturday (kick-off 6.30pm).
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The most significant changes occur in the backline, where the versatile David Kriel moves from the bench into the starting XV to take over the number 15 jersey. This shift sees the veteran Willie le Roux move to the replacements.
Canan Moodie also shifts back to his primary role at outside centre, allowing Cheswill Jooste to step into the starting right-wing berth after featuring as a substitute last weekend. Consequently, Stedman Gans moves to the bench to provide cover.
Hanekom returns to starting XV
In the pack, there is a notable change to the back row. The explosive young talent Cameron Hanekom is promoted to the starting line-up at number eight, providing the Bulls with additional frontline physicality and breakdown presence. He replaces the experienced Nizaam Carr, who is injured.
The replacements bench also features fresh energy, with Mornay Smith replacing Khuta Mchunu as the backup prop, while Jeandré Rudolph is there to provide specialised loose-forward cover.
Despite these rotations, the core of the team remains consistent. The Springbok halfback pairing of Handré Pollard and Embrose Papier retains control of the game’s tempo, while Marcell Coetzee once again leads the side from the front in what is anticipated to be a gruelling physical contest at Scotstoun.
Bulls starting XV
David Kriel, Cheswill Jooste, Canan Moodie, Harold Vorster, Kurt-Lee Arendse, Handré Pollard, Embrose Papier, Cameron Hanekom, Elrigh Louw, Marcell Coetzee (C), Ruan Nortjé, Ruan Vermaak, Francois Klopper, Johan Grobbelaar, Gerhard Steenekamp.
Bench
Marco van Staden, Jan-Hendrik Wessels, Mornay Smith, Cobus Wiese, Jeandré Rudolph, Zak Burger, Stedman Gans, Willie le Roux.