Ranfurly Shield Defence 2023

12 Debutants Named as Wellington Lions Prepare for First Ranfurly Shield Defence of 2023

12 Debutants Named as Wellington Lions Prepare for First Ranfurly Shield Defence of 2023

Wellington Lions Head Coach Tamati Ellison has named his side to defend the Ranfurly Shield for the first time this year against Horowhenua-Kapiti in Levin on Wednesday. Wednesday’s side, the first with Ellison in charge, features a mix of youth and experience, with the added inclusion of players from the championship-winning 2022 side a welcome sight.