Fijian Drua half back Philip Baselala has continued to impress and will get his first start this weekend in the Shop N Save Super Rugby Pacific’s Round 14 clash against Western Force in Lautoka.
The youngster has gotten the nod from Head Coach Glen Jackson to where the number nine jersey in this week’s game.
Baselala will partner Kemu Valetini in the halves with Tuidraki Samusamuvodre and Iosefo Masi in the midfield.
Taniela Rakuro returns to the blindside wing with Ponipate Loganimasi on the openside.
Isaiah Armstrong-Ravula slots in at fullback.
Haereiti Hetet (1) retains his place to start at loosehead prop, Samuela Tawake gets to start at tighthead with season co-captain Tevita Ikanivere is back to lead his side this week at hooker.
Mesake Vocevoce and Isoa Nasilasila retain their spots at mid row.
Etonia Waqa also returns to the starting line-up at number six with Isoa Tuwai on the open flank and Elia Canakaivata to anchor.
Mesulame Dolokoto, Peni Ravai, Mesake Doge, Leone Rotusolia, Kitione Salawa Leone Nawai, Inia Tabuavou and Selestino Ravutaumada will shore up a strong impact bench.
The match kicks off at 3.35pm this Saturday at Churchill Park.
