Jonah Lomu will start his first match for Cardiff Blues as they take on Calvisano in the Heineken Cup this Saturday (kick off 2pm).
Cardiff Blues season ticket holders had the chance to meet the Kiwi superstar in last week's Meet the New Players evening and supporters can still get tickets for the return match in what is expected to be the giant wingers much anticipated home debut on Saturday 17 December, 3:00pm kick off. Call the Cardiff Blues ticket office on 029 2030 2030 or buy online at /tickets
Xavier Rush returns to the starting XV after recovering from his shoulder injury while Gethin Jenkins also appears in the squad for the first time this season following his shoulder operation.
The Cardiff Blues can also confirm to avoid a clash with the Melrose Sevens, Edinburgh GunnersÂ’ fixture against Cardiff Blues has been put back to Sunday 9, April 4.00pm kick off at Murrayfield.
CALVISANO V CARDIFF BLUES
SATRUDAY 10 DECEMBER 2.00PM KICK OFF
CARDIFF BLUES
Rhys Williams (c), Chris Czekaj, Marc Stcherbina, Tristan Davies, Jonah Lomu, Nick Robinson, Mike Phillips, Xavier Rush, Martyn Williams, Andy Powell, Robert Sidoli, Deiniol Jones, Martin Jones, Rhys Thomas, John Yapp
Replacements
Gethin Jenkins, Gareth Williams, Craig Quinnell, Robin Sowden-Taylor, Ryan Powell, Lee Thomas, Jamie Robinson