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Scarlets Boosted by Returning Stars for Crucial URC Clash
28 Nov
Summary
- Several key Wales international players have returned from duty.
- Marnus van der Merwe, a Springbok, is also back for Scarlets.
- Youngsters Fletcher Anderson and Carwyn Leggatt-Jones may debut.
Scarlets are set to welcome back a host of their Wales international stars as they aim to secure their first victory of the United Rugby Championship season. Players like Josh Macleod, Ryan Elias, Eddie James, Jake Ball, and Springbok Marnus van der Merwe have all been named in the matchday squad for their upcoming match against Glasgow.
Despite this influx of experienced talent, head coach Dwayne Peel will be without a significant portion of his starting backline. Key players such as Blair Murray, Ellis Mee, Joe Roberts, and Joe Hawkins are unavailable due to their commitments with Wales in their recent match against South Africa. Additionally, Tom Rogers, who scored a hat-trick last week, is sidelined with an injury, presenting selection dilemmas.
The team will see the URC debut of New Zealander Fletcher Anderson, who joined from Crusaders last month and is slated to play at number eight. Furthermore, 17-year-old fly-half Carwyn Leggatt-Jones is poised to make his league debut from the substitutes' bench, indicating a blend of returning experience and emerging talent for Scarlets.
