Allister expecting another titanic battle

Despite having played a massive game against the Bulls and then having travelled to the other end of the planet, Coetzee and the team remained upbeat and focussed. “The Highlanders are the best team in the New Zealand conference, there is no time to relax. Our focus is solely on Saturday; we expect nothing less than a titanic battle from the Highlanders. They are only 2 points adrift on the overall log and will be giving it all – it’s going to be another massive one!” said the coach.

“Having only settled in Queenstown yesterday we have a short week and turn-around, but we are based in a beautiful part of the world which really assists recovery and our ability to prepare mentally and physically.”

The match will take place at the Forsyth Barr Stadium in Dunedin which is completely enclosed and weather will not play a part. “It is going to be tough and the conditions should make it a great game.” concluded the coach.

Your DHL Stormers team to play is:

15. Joe Pietersen
14. Gio Aplon
13. Juan de Jongh
12. Jean De Villiers (C)
11. Bryan Habana
10. Peter Grant
9. Dewaldt Duvenage
8. Duane Vermeulen
7. Rynhardt Elstadt
6. Siya Kolisi
5. Andries Bekker (VC)
4. Eben Etzebeth
3. Frans Malherbe
2. Tiaan Liebenberg
1. Steven Kitshoff

Reserves:

16. Deon Fourie
17. Brok Harris
18. De Kock Steenkamp
19. Nic Koster
20. Louis Schreuder
21. Burton Francis
22. Gerhard van den Heever

Referee: – Chris Pollock

Kick-Off: 09h35 (SA TIME)