The Western Force and the Hurricanes are set to face off in Round 10 of the 2025 Super Rugby Pacific season at HBF Park in Perth, Australia, on April 19, 2025. The match kicks off at 7:35 p.m. AEST, and fans are eager to see how both teams will perform in this crucial encounter.
As the home side, the Western Force are looking to climb the ladder after a mixed start to the season, with four wins and four losses so far. Having begun the season with two straight victories, they have since struggled, managing only two wins in their last six games, which places them sixth on the ladder. In contrast, the Hurricanes have had a rocky season, starting with two losses and one win in their first three matches. However, they have bounced back with two wins in their last five games, currently sitting eighth on the ladder.
For this match, both teams have made significant changes to their lineups. The Hurricanes welcome back All Black Billy Proctor, who is making his return from an Achilles injury and will be on the bench wearing the No. 23 jersey. Additionally, the talented 22-year-old Riley Higgins joins the bench as well. Ruben Love will be playing at fly-half for the first time this season, while three of the team’s captains—Asafo Aumua, Brad Shields, and Du’Plessis Kirifi—will start together for the first time this season.
The Hurricanes' starting lineup features: 1. Xavier Numia, 2. Asafo Aumua (cc), 3. Tyrel Lomax, 4. Caleb Delany, 5. Isaia Walker-Leawere, 6. Brad Shields (cc), 7. Du’Plessis Kirifi (cc), 8. Peter Lakai, 9. Cam Roigard, 10. Ruben Love, 11. Fatafehi Fineanganofo, 12. Peter Umaga-Jensen, 13. Bailyn Sullivan, 14. Ngatungane Punivai, and 15. Callum Harkin. Their bench includes Raymond Tuputupu, Tevita Mafileo, Pasilio Tosi, Zach Gallagher, Brayden Iose, Ereatara Enari, Riley Higgins, and Billy Proctor.
On the other side, the Western Force are also looking to capitalize on their home advantage. Their starting lineup is: 1. Marley Pearce, 2. Brandon Paenga-Amosa, 3. Tom Robertson, 4. Jeremy Williams (c), 5. Darcy Swain, 6. Nick Champion de Crespigny, 7. Carlo Tizzano, 8. Vaiolini Ekuasi, 9. Nic White, 10. Ben Donaldson, 11. Bayley Kuenzle, 12. Hamish Stewart, 13. Sio Tomkinson, 14. Harry Potter, and 15. Mac Grealy. The bench includes Nic Dolly, Atu Moli, Josh Smith, Reed Prinsep, Will Harris, Henry Robertson, Max Burey, and George Poolman.
Unavailable players for the Hurricanes include Brett Cameron (knee, season), Devan Flanders (ankle), and Harry Godfrey (lower leg). The Western Force will be missing Ryan Coxon (ribs), Harry Johnson-Holmes (knee), Harry Hoopert (knee), Divad Palu (shoulder), Dylan Pietsch (quad), and Matt Proctor (shoulder).
As the match unfolds, the Western Force are currently leading the Hurricanes 14-12 midway through the second half. Callum Harkin has been a standout for the Hurricanes, scoring a try at the 48-minute mark, following another try just a minute earlier. The scoring opened with Fatafehi Fineanganofo scoring for the Hurricanes at the 10-minute mark, but the Force quickly responded with Bayley Kuenzle scoring at the 14-minute mark. Ben Donaldson also contributed to the Force's score with tries at 15 and 39 minutes, while Mac Grealy added another at 38 minutes.
With both teams eager to secure a victory, every moment counts as they battle it out on the field. The Western Force will be looking to maintain their finals hopes with a strong performance, while the Hurricanes aim to build momentum after their recent successes.
Fans can catch the action live on 9Gem or stream it on Stan Sport. As the clock ticks down, the tension in the stadium is palpable, and both teams are determined to claim the win.
As the match progresses, stay tuned for updates on the score and highlights from this exciting encounter in Super Rugby Pacific.
