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Rugby: Plenty on the line for Whanganui in Horowhenua-Kapiti clash

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Rugby: Plenty on the line for Whanganui in Horowhenua-Kapiti clash

Whanganui and Horowhenua-Kapiti are playing rugby this weekend. Whanganue are aiming for a Meads Cup semifinal berth and Levin with the Bruce Steel Memorial Cup. Horwhenu-kapita are looking to retain their title.

Whanganui Rugby beat Buller 83-7 last weekend. Horowhenua-Kapiti have a record of 3-3 to their rivals. They have been inconsistent this season. Jack Tatu-Robertsson is their best player. They are currently in eighth place. It's going to be a heavy ground with a bit of rain. The match is on Saturday. Whanganue are aiming for a home Meads Cup semifinal berth. Levin are still in the Bruce Steel Memorial Cup hunt. Their rivals are struggling to find consistency. Ryan Shelford played his 100th match for the union this year.

Whanganui team will be selected from: Keightley Watson, Tai Pulemagafa, Ranato Tikoisolomone, Bradley Fountain, Roman Tutauha, Jack Yarrall, Ben Whale, Matt Ashworth, Josh Lane, Mason Johnson, Samu Kubunavanua, Jamie Hughes, Regan Collier, Semi Vodosese, Tyler Rogers-Holden, Tiari Mumby, Josaia Bogileka, Timoci Seruwalu, Alekesio Vakarorogo, Jack O'Leary, Ezra Malo, Ethan Robinson.

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Alekesio Vakarorogo Timoci Seruwalu Semi Vodosese Ranato Tikoisolomone Ethan Robinson Josaia Bogileka Ezra Malo Jack O'Leary
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