Ben Lucas will replace Quade Cooper in their Super Rugby playoff match against the Sharks this weekend.

The Reds could still make an appeal against Quade Cooper's one match ban for a tackle on Berrick Barnes but they are fairly relaxed about their back up options.

Reds captain Will Genia said that he is looking forward to playing with Lucas.

The Reds are looking forward to this week's match as they lost 27-22 to the Sharks in Durban earlier this season after leading 17-0 in the early stages of the match.

The Reds will host the Sharks at 9:40pm while the Crusaders play the Bulls at 7:35pm.

Both games will be played this Saturday.

Story by: Akuila Cama
Source: stuff.co.nz