Beale named to start in dance of the desperates
The Western Force have wasted no time getting Kurtley Beale into the fold with the Wallabies veteran named to start at fullback against the defending champion Crusaders on Saturday night.
Beale signed with the Force on April 6 but the club had a Super Rugby Pacific bye last weekend.
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The 25-year-old lock was born in Townsville and has previously played for the Perth Spirit, Western Force, San Diego Legion and North Harbour.
“It’s pleasing to see another couple of our squad set to make their debuts, with Ben Grant and Siale Lauaki coming into the side,” Laidlaw said.
“Siale is a product of our Hurricanes development pathway and has a big future with our club after an outstanding under-20 World Cup in 2023.”
DRUA (1-15): Haereiti Hetet, Tevita Ikanivere (c), Mesake Doge, Isoa Nasilasila, Leone Rotuisolia, Vilive Miramira, Kitione Salawa, Elia Canakaivata, Simione Kuruvoli, Isikeli Rabitu, Epeli Momo, Kemu Valetini, Iosefo Masi, Selestino Ravutaumada, Ilaisa Droasese
Reserves: Zuriel Togiatama, Livai Natave, Samu Tawake, Mesake Vocevoce, Meli Derenalagi, Peni Matawalu, Michael Naitokani, Junior Ratuva
