Super Rugby: Beauden Barrett, TJ Perenara to match Ma & # 39; a Nou, Conrad Smith in Hurricanes

Like any longtime couple, TJ Perenara and Beauden Barrett know when to make room.

The Hurricanes duo said they were one of the key drivers of their longevity as a couple in the back, allowing them to play their 100th game together in eight seasons for the Bulls franchise in the quarter-finals. Super Rugby final at the Stade de Westpac on Saturday night. .

Barrett said that after their training on Thursday, he had worked extensively on chemistry off the field, including with respect to dispute management.

"We probably just gave us space at the start, as probably most couples would, and most of the time, TJ is right … oh no, I will not even go," said Barrett. before Perenara intervenes.

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"Yes, go on with this brother," Perenara laughed.

Barrett replied, "Yeah, it's a healthy relationship, that's probably why we're going on, we can have those honest conversations and ultimately we give priority to the team." It is not individuals or ego, but what is best for the team.

The two players should have already scored the tour during the Hurricanes tour in South Africa, but were denied that success after Barrett promptly pulled out of their Lions game with a stomach virus.

This will be the 126th match of Perenara for the franchise, which equates to the record number of stakes for the team, which is jointly owned by Ma & # 39; a Nonu and Conrad Smith. Barrett is right behind him, Saturday being his 124th game for the team.

Smith and Nonu played at least 100 times together for the Hurricanes, mostly in the middle of the field.

Perenara and Barrett made their first appearance together in the representative team of Hurricanes High Schools in 2009, Perenara of Mana College claiming that he was the second pick among the top five, while Barrett of Francis Douglas Memorial College said that he was sitting on the bench, behind. Lima Sopoaga of Perenara and Wellington College.

Perenara and Sopoaga scored in the final that year as the Hurricanes defeated the Chiefs 13-6. The hurricane team also included Cody Taylor, Ben Tameifuna, Matt Proctor, Brad Weber and Michael Allardice.

Perenara said that since their first meeting, they had come a long way with their relationship.

"I think the reason we are stuck is that we are in good balance.

"I think most of you know that I am often moved on the ground and that my heart is on my skin.

"Baz was a great driver in me, swinging on the field and a lot more."

Their return to the Hurricanes' starting lineup on Saturday will be two of nine changes made to the team of the young team that beat the Blues in their last round-robin game last weekend.

Ngani Laumape is back in second place, where he will be associated with Peter Umaga-Jensen. The 21-year-old has done enough in two starts at center to retain his position, which means Jordie Barrett will play in his favorite rearguard role. Wes Goosen returns to the right wing, with Ben Lam left.

The group of attackers includes Ardie Savea, James Blackwell, Jeff To-omaga-Allen and Toby Smith.

Hurricanes will play bulls: Jordie Barrett, Wes Goosen, Peter Umaga-Jensen, Ngani Laumape, Ben Lam, Beauden Barrett, TJ Perenara, Gareth Evans, Ardie Savea, Reed Prinsep, Isaiah Walker-Leawere, James Blackwell, Jeff To-omaga-Allen, Dane Coles (c), Toby Smith. reserves: Asafo Aumua, Fraser Armstrong, Ben May / Alex Fidow, Kane Lepepe, Du Plessis Kirifi, Judd Richard / Christie Finlay, James Marshall, Salesi Rayasi.