Former Flying Fijians winger Manasa Mataele is poised to make his debut for the Gallagher Chiefs this weekend as they take on the Brumbies. He steps in for rookie Leroy Carter, who has been rested. This marks Mataele’s return to Super Rugby after stints with the Crusaders and Western Force.
The Chiefs are currently leading the table after two impressive matches to start the season, and head coach Clayton McMillan expressed confidence in Mataele’s abilities, citing his strong pre-season performance. He noted that this debut provides a wonderful opportunity for Mataele to demonstrate his skills before local fans at FMG Stadium Waikato.
In addition to Mataele’s debut, the Chiefs are pleased to welcome back lock Naitoa Ah Kuoi, who missed the last round. His return strengthens the team’s lineup as they continue their quest for an unbeaten season.
This development brings a sense of excitement for Chiefs supporters, as the combination of returning players and new talent could enhance the team’s performance. The Chiefs are embracing this moment as they aim for a promising future in the competition.
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