Wycliff Palu has been promoted to start for the NSW Waratahs in the Super 14 match against the Chiefs.
The Super 14 first round saw both last years finalists, Waratahs and Crusaders post a win to start the season.
John Mitchell has had his powers diminished and been told to tone down his authoritarian approach.
Ben Castle predicts his former coach Tana Umaga will "go good" but get "bashed around" upon his return to top-level rugby.
If ever a player was flying under the radar, it's Brumbies five-eighth Christian Lealiifano.
Qld's captaincy roundabout has stopped at prop Greg Holmes as the Reds ramp up their Super 14 season countdown.
Defending Super 14 champions the Crusaders overcame a 14-point deficit to post a thrilling 24-19 win.
The silky skills of NSW Waratahs backs backed by some tough defence have paved the way for a 17-5 win over Queensland.
Wallabies stars will be missing when the NSW Waratahs name their first line-up under new coach Chris Hickey on Tuesday.
Waratahs' captain Phil Waugh is adamant NSW can mount another Super 14 title challenge.