1st xv v Bournemouth (away) Sat 3rd Feb, 2.30pm ko

Sam Fellows is also set for his belated debut having been picked for the last two weekends, before the games fell foul of the weather.

Charlie Gibbings returns to the front row following absence through injury , and Lloyd Watkins (pictured) also returns following illness.

Their returns are timely with the absences of Tom Whelan, Richard Bright, Davy McGregor, Nick Halse, Ben Hawley, George Savage and Matt Ryan sure to test the depth of the squad, whilst providing opportunities for others.

1. Tom Brown
2. Charlie Gibbings
3. Tom Barnard
4. Jack Fahy (Capt)
5. Mike Richards
6. James Harris
7. Dave Bargent
8. Sam Richardson
9. Lloyd Watkins
10. George Meadows
11. Jack Downie
12. Mark Wathes
13. Sam Fellows
14. Henry Goldson
15. Harry Ottaway

Reps:
16. Paul Flower
17. Dan Armstrong
18. Lewis Cooper

Regards

Jon
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