Ex-Wallaby Koroibete debuts for Ospreys at Dragons

Former Australia wing Marika Koroibete is set to make his Ospreys debut against Dragons in Friday's United Rugby Championship derby at Rodney Parade. The 34-year-old dual-code international missed the opening defeats against Sharks and Lions but joins Keelan Giles and Tom Rogers in the back three. Ospreys head coach Mark Jones highlighted Koroibete's power, physicality, and work rate ahead of the clash.

Dragons enter the derby unbeaten after two games, featuring wing Rio Dyer, who is pushing for a Wales recall. Dragons head coach Filo Tiatia made three changes to his starting lineup, including starts for Fetuli Paea, Che Hope, and Harry Beddall. Meanwhile, Ospreys are seeking their first victory at Rodney Parade since September 2021 as they look to rebound from their South Africa tour.