Erasmus selects more experience
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Cheetahs coach Rassie Erasmus has opted for a more experienced side, especially in the backline, for their Currie Cup clash against Western Province in Bloemfontein on Friday night.
Wings Gaffie du Toit and Eddie Fredericks add more experience to the back three while Chris Kruger gets a start at centre.
Following the Cheetahs loss to the Lions last week, Erasmus has changed the face of his team, with Willem de Waal replacing the injured Meyer Bosman at flyhalf. The injury to Bosman may have precipitated Erasmus' starting line-up, with the tactics likely to be more forward and kicking-orientated.
Erasmus has also named a stronger and more physical pack, with Barend Pieterse moving to the flank in the place of the benched Kamamba Floors.
Corniel van Zyl moves into the lock position while Richardt Strauss gets a start at hooker.
Cheetahs:
Bevin Fortuin, Eddie Fredericks, Chris Kruger, Hendrik Meyer, Gaffie du Toit, Willem de Waal, Michael Claasens, Ryno van der Merwe, Barend Pieterse, Darron Nel, Corniel van Zyl, Rory Duncan, Jannie du Plessis, Richardt Strauss, Ollie le Roux (c). Replacements: Wian du Preez, Kobus Caldo, Heinrich Brussouw, Kamamba Floors, Falie Oelschig, Alwyn Hollenbach, Phillip Burger. - Sapa