Springbok colossus Thomas du Toit is set to ignite Bath’s forward pack this Sunday as they face Bordeaux Bègles in a fiery semi-final of the Investec Champions Cup. Du Toit, known for his formidable presence, will anchor the scrum at tighthead prop, alongside former Stormers enforcer Quinn Roux in the second row. As Bath prepares to storm the French champions on their own turf, the stakes couldn't be higher in their quest to secure a spot in the Champions Cup final.
The team’s backbone is further strengthened by veteran hooker Tom Dunn, who is poised to make a record-breaking 266th appearance for Bath, setting a new benchmark in the club’s professional-era history. This monumental game could not only lead Bath to glory but also etch Dunn’s name in the annals of the club’s lore.
"This match is not just another game; it’s a chapter in our history waiting to be written," remarked Dunn.
Bath’s head coach, Johann van Graan, has assembled a formidable lineup for the clash. The squad is captained by the shrewd Ben Spencer, who forms a critical halfback pairing with star flyhalf Finn Russell. England’s speed merchant Henry Arundell is set to unleash havoc from the wing, with South African powerhouse Francois van Wyk ready to bulldoze from the bench.
"We've got a perfect blend of experience and raw power to face Bordeaux. It's all about execution now," said Van Graan.
The full team lineup for Bath is as follows: 15 Santi Carreras, 14 Henry Arundell, 13 Louie Hennessey, 12 Ollie Lawrence, 11 Will Muir, 10 Finn Russell, 9 Ben Spencer (c), 8 Alfie Barbeary, 7 Guy Pepper, 6 Josh Bayliss, 5 Charlie Ewels, 4 Quinn Roux, 3 Thomas du Toit, 2 Tom Dunn, 1 Beno Obano. Coming off the bench will be Kepueli Tuipulotu, Francois van Wyk, Vilikesa Sela, Ted Hill, Sam Underhill, Tom Carr-Smith, Tom de Glanville, and Miles Reid.
As Bath gears up for this titanic clash, all eyes will be on whether this team can transcend the pressures of the semi-final and carve their path to the ultimate European rugby accolade. With a mix of seasoned warriors and dynamic playmakers, Bath Rugby appears more than ready to challenge the might of Bordeaux Bègles on their quest for glory.
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Springbok colossus Thomas du Toit is set to ignite Bath’s forward pack this Sunday as they face Bordeaux Bègles in a fiery semi-final of the Investec Champions Cup. Du Toit, known for his formidable presence, will anchor the scrum at tighthead prop, alongside former Stormers enforcer Quinn Roux in the second row. As Bath prepares to storm the French champions on their own turf, the stakes couldn't be higher in their quest to secure a spot in the Champions Cup final.
The team’s backbone is further strengthened by veteran hooker Tom Dunn, who is poised to make a record-breaking 266th appearance for Bath, setting a new benchmark in the club’s professional-era history. This monumental game could not only lead Bath to glory but also etch Dunn’s name in the annals of the club’s lore.
"This match is not just another game; it’s a chapter in our history waiting to be written," remarked Dunn.
Bath’s head coach, Johann van Graan, has assembled a formidable lineup for the clash. The squad is captained by the shrewd Ben Spencer, who forms a critical halfback pairing with star flyhalf Finn Russell. England’s speed merchant Henry Arundell is set to unleash havoc from the wing, with South African powerhouse Francois van Wyk ready to bulldoze from the bench.
"We've got a perfect blend of experience and raw power to face Bordeaux. It's all about execution now," said Van Graan.
The full team lineup for Bath is as follows: 15 Santi Carreras, 14 Henry Arundell, 13 Louie Hennessey, 12 Ollie Lawrence, 11 Will Muir, 10 Finn Russell, 9 Ben Spencer (c), 8 Alfie Barbeary, 7 Guy Pepper, 6 Josh Bayliss, 5 Charlie Ewels, 4 Quinn Roux, 3 Thomas du Toit, 2 Tom Dunn, 1 Beno Obano. Coming off the bench will be Kepueli Tuipulotu, Francois van Wyk, Vilikesa Sela, Ted Hill, Sam Underhill, Tom Carr-Smith, Tom de Glanville, and Miles Reid.
As Bath gears up for this titanic clash, all eyes will be on whether this team can transcend the pressures of the semi-final and carve their path to the ultimate European rugby accolade. With a mix of seasoned warriors and dynamic playmakers, Bath Rugby appears more than ready to challenge the might of Bordeaux Bègles on their quest for glory.