Watch VideoJohan Ackermann faces key Canan Moodie call ahead of Zebre clash

The Bulls could be forced into some backline rotations to accommodate the return of Canan Moodie should they select him for the clash against Zebre. Fitting in Canan Moodie could potentially require a bit of musical chairs in theBulls’backline if they decide to bring the Rugby World Cup winner back for theirUnited Rugby Championship (URC)clash against Zebre on Saturday in Pretoria. Moodie trained this week and has fully recovered from the knockhe picked up against the Dragons a couple of weeks ago.

Now, the question for the coaching staff is where to slot the Springbok in for this important encounter. Currently seventh on the log, theBulls will need a full house of five points to move a step closer to securing a home play-offspot. A victory at Loftus Versfeld (1.45pm kick-off), coupled with a Connacht defeat to Munster, will see the Bulls seal their quarter-final berth.

However, they have a decision to make when it comes to fitting Moodie in and getting him valuable game time before the final fixture against Benetton. That match could prove crucial ahead of the play-offs. Whether at outside centre or on the wing, Moodie changes the dynamic of the Bulls’ backline with his ever-present threat on attack and defence, even under the high ball.

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He has shifted between the positions, but for the sake of continuity, it would probably be wise for the Loftus side to allow him to settle in one role. With the attacking prowess of Kurt-Lee Arendse and Cheswill Jooste out wide, outside centre is probably the position where he could settle over the next two weeks.

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