The Bulls have named their side that will face the Brumbies in their Super Rugby semifinal, with Jan Serfontein and Francois Hougaard both starting.

The duo’s return coincides with former Junior Springbok lock Paul Willemse returning to take his place on the bench for Sunday’s clash.

Serfontein replaces Francois Venter in the midfield and Hougaard’s inclusion comes at the expense of Jano Vermaak, who will move to the bench.

Willemse replaces Jacques du Plessis, who made his debut in Cape Town.

Bulls coach Frans Ludeke said they certainly respect the Brumbies as an opponent, but this match will be about them and their ability and drive to make the Brumbies play the game at their tempo and their game plan but for that they will need to be accurate and execute the big plays well.

The Bulls will face the Brumbies at 3am Sunday in the second Super Rugby semifinal. 

The Chiefs will host the Crusaders at 7.35pm Saturday in the first semifinal.


Story by: Filipe Naikaso