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James Botham Returns for Cardiff's URC Clash
26 Mar
Summary
- James Botham rejoins Cardiff for URC game against Sharks.
- Eight changes made to Cardiff team after heavy loss.
- Taulupe Faletau starts after calf injury, first time since New Year's Day.
Wales international James Botham has been included in the Cardiff squad for their upcoming United Rugby Championship (URC) fixture against the Sharks in Durban. This return to regional duty follows his notable performances during the Six Nations championship. Botham's presence is part of eight alterations to the Cardiff team that experienced a significant loss to the Bulls in their previous match.
Further bolstering the pack are prop Kieron Assiratti, who moves into the starting XV, and veteran back row player Taulupe Faletau, making his first start since January 1st after recovering from a calf injury. Corey Domachowski and Rory Thornton also return to the forwards. In the backline, Johan Mulder is back at scrum-half, Ioan Lloyd takes over at full-back, and Iwan Stephens replaces Jacob Beetham on the wing due to the latter’s head injury assessment.
