University keen to overcome heavier Defence union pack
PORT Moresby rugby union’s reigning
champions and current undefeated competition leaders University
believe the games from now on will be much tougher as teams start
hitting form to qualify for the finals.
University have been the form side all season recording nine
victories and two 19-19 draws against Harlequins (week 10) and the
Kone Sharks (week 15) but with this week’s announcement of a
shortened season, all teams will be hungrier to win.
University will take on fourth-placed Defence who will be looking
to bounce back from last weekend’s narrow loss to Harlequins at
Bava Park.
University coach John Pangkatana said this week Defence have a
huge forward pack but their main danger lies in the backs who have
shown great attacking form in the past couple of matches.
Indication of Defence potent backline attack was prevalent last
week with Junior Mesea, Richard Brendan, Boniface Aruma and Graham
Sakora continually threatening Harlequins defence through broken
field counter attacks.
“Defence are a tough side to play at any time and especially now
that they have new uniforms they will definitely play with a bit
more enthusiasm than usual,” he added.
In the other premier division matches tomorrow, Kone Sharks will
take on Wanderers while Brothers will meet the Southern Chiefs.
Harlequins will be on bye this week.
