The Super Rugby season is officially underway with the Waratahs and Brumbies set to go head-to-head in the season opener. Both teams have had a busy off-season, with the Waratahs signing a number of new players and the Brumbies making some big changes to their coaching staff.
The Waratahs are coming off a disappointing season, finishing second last in the Australian conference. They have made some big changes in the off-season, bringing in new coach Rob Penney and signing a number of new players. The Waratahs have also been boosted by the return of star player Israel Folau, who missed most of last season due to injury.
The Brumbies have also had a busy off-season, appointing former Wallabies coach Dan McKellar as their new head coach. They have also signed a number of new players, including Wallabies centre Tevita Kuridrani and former All Blacks prop Ben Franks.
The match promises to be an exciting one, with both teams looking to make a statement in the season opener. The Waratahs will be looking to put their disappointing season behind them and get off to a good start, while the Brumbies will be looking to make a statement under their new coach.
For those wanting to follow the action, there are a number of ways to keep up with the match. The game will be broadcast live on Fox Sports, with coverage starting at 7:45pm AEST. There will also be live updates on the Super Rugby website and social media channels.
So make sure you don’t miss out on the action as the Waratahs and Brumbies go head-to-head in the season opener. It promises to be an exciting match and one that could set the tone for the rest of the season.