Ospreys and Scarlets Clash in European Challenge Cup Action
In a highly-anticipated match-up, the Ospreys are set to face off against their west Wales rivals, the Scarlets, in European Challenge Cup action this afternoon at the Swansea.com Stadium. This encounter comes just over a week after the two teams met in the United Rugby Championship, where the Scarlets staged a remarkable comeback to secure a 38-22 victory after initially trailing 17-0. With bragging rights on the line once again, both teams are gearing up for a fierce battle as they vie for a spot in the quarter-finals.
Following their recent defeat to the Scarlets, Ospreys head coach Mark Jones has made significant changes to his starting lineup, including bringing in Dewi Lake and Justin Tipuric. On the other side, Scarlets coach Dwayne Peel has opted to stick with the majority of the XV that clinched victory in the previous encounter. With ideal playing conditions in Swansea, fans can expect an intense and thrilling match-up between these two Welsh rugby powerhouses.
The game is scheduled to kick off at 5.30pm and will be broadcast live on S4C and BBC iPlayer. For those unable to watch live, real-time updates can be followed in our live blog below. The stakes are high for both teams as they aim to advance to the next stage of the competition, adding an extra layer of excitement to the clash between the Ospreys and the Scarlets.
The Ospreys’ starting lineup includes Jack Walsh, Dan Kasende, Evardi Boshoff, Keiran Williams, Keelan Giles, Dan Edwards, Reuben Morgan-Williams, Gareth Thomas, Dewi Lake, Tom Botha, Rhys Davies, Adam Beard, Jac Morgan (captain), Justin Tipuric, and Morgan Morris. Meanwhile, the Scarlets will field Blair Murray, Macs Page, Joe Roberts, Eddie James, Ellis Mee, Ioan Lloyd, Gareth Davies, Alec Hepburn, Ryan Elias, Henry Thomas, Jac Price, Sam Lousi, Vaea Fifita, Josh Macleod (captain), and Taine Plumtree.
With referee Matthew Carley (RFU) overseeing the proceedings and a strong lineup of assistant referees and TMO in place, the stage is set for a competitive and enthralling contest between these two Welsh rugby heavyweights. Fans can look forward to witnessing top-tier rugby action as the Ospreys and Scarlets battle it out for a coveted spot in the quarter-finals of the European Challenge Cup.
Stay tuned for live updates and comprehensive coverage of the Ospreys versus Scarlets showdown as the action unfolds at the Swansea.com Stadium. Don’t miss out on the excitement and drama as these two fierce rivals go head-to-head in a bid to secure victory and advance in the competition. Be sure to follow all the latest developments and key moments from the match right here as the Ospreys and Scarlets clash in European Challenge Cup action.