The Melbourne Rebels host the Western Force in round 8 of Super Rugby AU. The Rebels have won two of their five matches to sit third in the table, while the Force have recorded a single victory to lie fourth in the standings. I'm Craig and will be taking you through the action with live updates and running commentary.

The Rebels have named two players extra on the replacements. Two of them will be omitted from the matchday 23 for Friday’s match, but have travelled with the squad.