Max Ojomoh Returns to Club Play After England Omission for 7th Sell-Out
Max Ojomoh Returns to Club Play After England Omission
Bath Rugby is gearing up for a crucial match against their longstanding rivals, Bristol Bears. A crowd of 14,500 is expected at the match, which could be instrumental in Bath’s journey toward the semi-finals of this season’s PREM Rugby Cup. As the reigning champions, Bath aims to secure their title defense following their victory at Exeter in March.
Max Ojomoh’s Midfield Role
Despite being overlooked for the England squad, Max Ojomoh is set to take the field for Bath. Positioned at outside centre, he will play a vital role in the midfield as Bath seeks a win to enhance their standing in Pool A. A defeat without earning bonus points would leave Bath two points shy of last year’s runners-up, Exeter Chiefs, who currently occupy second place.
Match Details
- Date: Saturday, March 4, 2023
- Venue: Bath Rugby Stadium
- Expected Attendance: 14,500
Only the two top teams in each pool will progress to the knockout stages, making this match pivotal for Bath’s title defense ambitions.
Team Line-ups
Bath Rugby has made some strategic changes for this match. In addition to Ojomoh, Will Butt has been named as the captain and will play inside centre. Ewan Richards returns to the second row after an injury lay-off, bringing more experience to the team.
| Bath Rugby Starting XV |
|---|
| 15. Austin Emens |
| 14. Charlie Griffin |
| 13. Max Ojomoh |
| 12. Will Butt (c) |
| 11. Will Muir |
| 10. Will Roue |
| 9. Bernard van der Linde |
| 1. Scott Kirk |
| 2. Dan Frost |
| 3. Kieran Verden |
| 4. Will Jeanes |
| 5. Ewan Richards |
| 6. Ethan Staddon |
| 7. Thompson Cowan |
| 8. Arthur Green |
Bristol Bears’ Young Squad
Bristol Bears find themselves at the bottom of the table this season with limited chances of progression. They have integrated ten academy players into their squad, indicating a strategic shift toward youth development. Harry Randall will captain the side from scrum-half, supporting a squad that still possesses experienced players.
| Bristol Bears Starting XV |
|---|
| 15. Rich Lane |
| 14. Max Pepper |
| 13. Benjamin Elizalde |
| 12. Joe Jenkins |
| 11. Gabriel Ibitoye |
| 10. Sam Worsley |
| 9. Harry Randall (c) |
| 1. Louie Trevett |
| 2. Harry Thacker |
| 3. Max Lahiff |
| 4. James Dun |
| 5. Steele Barker |
| 6. Joe Owen |
| 7. George Taylor |
| 8. John Edwards |
As both teams prepare for the match, the stakes are high for Bath Rugby, and the return of Max Ojomoh adds excitement for the fans. This match could define their campaign as they chase glory in the PREM Rugby Cup.
