Otago Head Coach Mark Brown has named his team to take the field against Southland on Saturday 1 August at 5.05pm, in Invercargill.

Otago and Southland will meet for the 250th time this weekend, adding another chapter to one of New Zealand rugby’s most enduring rivalries.  The stage is set for another memorable Stag Day clash with the Donald Stuart Memorial also on the line between the two provinces.

The match marks a special occasion for Joseva Tamani and Jae Broomfield, who are both set to earn their 15th Otago game blazer, while Cody Lokotui and Partrick Pellegrini could make their Otago debuts.

The team will be captained by Christian Lio-Willie.

For any further questions, please contact Richard Kinley on richard.kinley@orfu.co.nz

HILUX NPC OTAGO TEAM FOR ROUND ONE

Saturday 1 August. 5.05pm. Rugby Park, Invercargill