As ACT Premier Rugby makes a full return from the wet weather this weekend, Round 7 of the BentSpoke John I Dent Cup takes main stage as the Western District Lions prepare for a blockbuster clash with the Tuggeranong Vikings.
With both sides coming off tough losses last week both teams are out for a win, Jamison Oval shapes as a worthy Match of The Round this weekend.
Wests are hoping to bounce back this week after a tough loss against Royals, though the Lions will take a lot of confidence out of that game, following a physical effort with plenty of sharp attack around the paddock.
Tuggeranong are also looking to get back to their winning ways after a tough loss Gungahlin side that pulled their pants down last week at Viking Park. The 2024 grand finalists will need to bolster their defence in Round 7 if they hope to stop Wests' brutal offence.
Wests Captain Ryan Kiely and fly half Jacob Johnson will be key this weekend, needing to bring the physicality in defence and keep up their dangerous off-the-cuff attack.
Tuggeranong's skipper Lachlan Hooper has the task to get his team up for The Match of the Round, needing to put in a big shift in set piece to get his side back into the winners circle.
With yet another cracking game on paper for both squads, It's anyone's guess who comes out winners in Round 7. Expect a tight contest with the Vikings bringing back their Brumbies class act in Shane Wilcox who is recently back from a successful Australia under 20's campaign.
Ben O'Donnell
Brumbies representative Ben O'Donnell is all about bringing versatility to the Wests backline, in turn the star provides a lot of strike and an exciting style of rugby to this side. Quick with his feet and with speed to burn, his eyes up footy mentality is sure to be a danger this week for the Vikings backline. Wests will need to hold it upfront for Ben to do his thing out the back!
Bailey Buesnel
A consistent and reliable hooker that is a threat at set piece time and around the paddock, Buesnel is the fresh face and talented youngster Vikings have been looking for.
He has earned his spot in First Grade through hard work and a never give in attitude. The crafty number 2 will undoubtedly keep Wests on high alert around the park this weekend.
Ben O'Donnell (Wests) vs Shane Wilcox (Vikings)
Both contracted Brumbies players, These two fullbacks are exciting players to watch in club rugby and the close team mates are set for a thrilling clash this Saturday.
The Vikings fullback is set to bring the energy in attack, whilst his counterpart in Ben O'Donnell is out to ruin the party for him with his exciting play and finesse.
Both fullbacks tend to create plenty of attacking opportunities for their sides with their fast feet and silky ball-playing, making the duo ones to watch in Match of the Round.
