Ospreys are facing a tough challenge this weekend as they head to Edinburgh with a squad hit by injuries and international call-ups. With 22 players unavailable, head coach Mark Jones has taken the unique move of placing hooker Lewis Lloyd in the back-row! A mix-up like this shows the true grit of Ospreys as they battle on despite the odds.
On the same day Wales faces South Africa, eleven Ospreys are still engaged with the Welsh setup. Missing stars include Jac Morgan and James Fender who are out due to injuries. This leaves the team with quite the juggling act for their weekend clash.
Joining Lewis Lloyd in the back-row are Gwilym Evans and Ross Moriarty. To add to the shuffle, the bench features two second-rows and a couple of wings, leaving no specific fly-half cover. Fresh faces like Ryan Smith, making his debut after joining from Queensland Reds, will also make an appearance. Co-captains Jack Walsh and Sam Parry lead the team as they step onto the pitch for this dramatic face-off.
Expect an unusual lineup featuring Max Nagy, Daniel Kasende, Evardi Boshoff, Phil Cokanasiga, and Iestyn Hopkins in the backs, with a powerful pack of Cameron Jones, Sam Parry, and Tom Botha upfront.
Ospreys may be facing challenges, but their determination remains unwavering. Tune in for what promises to be an exciting and unpredictable match-up! 🏉💪