REEBOK REGIONAL PREVIEW U16

Victory is essential for both sides with the Ospreys and Dragons having established themselves in the top two positions after half a dozen rounds.

The South go into tonight’s game fresh from an outstanding 21-15 victory over the Scarlets at Stradey Park. On the same night, the Blues North went down 30-5 to the table-topping Ospreys. However, they have already exceeded expectations this season with victories over the Scarlets and against Blues South – 18-7 – in October.

Tries from Matthew Howells, Rhys Williams and Daniel Lewis put the North on their way to a first victory in the competition with Gary Williams adding a penalty. James Loxton bagged a try for the South, but they will need more than that tonight if they are to see off the North.