Tela Tipped To Captain Drua In Brumbies Showdown
Teti Tela, could be the second Swire Shipping Fijian Drua player to captain the side.
He is likely to get the nod in Saturday’s Super Rugby Pacific clash against the Brumbies at the Suncorp Stadium, Brisbane.
This was after captain, Nemani Nagusa, is likely to be suspended after copping a red card in last Friday’s clash against the Waratahs.
Nagusa got his marching orders over a reckless tackle on Waratahs first five eight Tane Edmed.
He was to appear before the judiciary last night.
It is understood that stand in captain, Meli Derenalagi, is still undergoing rehab and may not recover in time for the match.
Halfback Frank Lomani is another possibility but his disappointing performance against Waratahs may see him lose out.
Lomani got a yellow card for three illegal tackles and was replaced as soon as his time on the bin was over.
Tela is expected to stay at first five eight while the elusive Kitione Taliga is tipped to start from the bench.
Also, loose forward Rusiate Nasove could start on the wing while the other spot in manned by Vinaya Habosi.
Nasove is one of the fastest players in the Drua squad.
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