In a strategic move ahead of their Investec Champions Cup opener, the Leicester Tigers have introduced three fresh faces to their starting lineup. The team’s head coach, Dan McKellar, announced the changes following their dominant performance against Newcastle. Winger Josh Bassett, centre Solomone Kata, and lock Cameron Henderson are set to take the field in the upcoming clash. The reshuffle also sees seven players making their Champions Cup debut, including academy hooker Archie Vanes. South Africa’s fly-half Handre Pollard will start the game, creating an interesting dynamic as he faces a team he frequently encountered during his tenure with the Bulls in Super Rugby. Jasper Wiese, who participated in the final for South Africa, is also among the starters. The team, which has twice claimed the European Champions Cup, is currently positioned seventh in the Premiership and is eager to make a strong start in the Champions Cup against a team that has experienced its own set of challenges this season.
