Super Rugby Pacific Team of the Week - Rd 12
The best Draft Rugby Fantasy Scorers for round 12 of Super Rugby
Intro
Round 12 was a weekend defined by the resurgence of the "unowned." While the established stars in the Hurricanes and Blues backlines continue to trade blows at the top of the ladder, the real story for fantasy managers is the absolute dominance of the Western Force and Moana Pasifika workhorses. With the Casualty Ward claiming front row work horse Tom Lambert for the season and Taha Kemara icing a knee injury, the Trade Window is the only place to save your season. If you didn't have the work rate of Carlo Tizzano, or the insane point-per-minute production of Chris Apoua, you likely felt the sting of a head-to-head defeat this week.
Team of the Week
1: Chris Apoua – Prop, Moana Pasifika (67 pts)
Scoring 67 points in just 35 minutes of action is a statistical outlier that managers cannot ignore. Apoua delivered the ultimate high-impact shift, pairing a clinical try with 12 tackles and 3 tackle busts. In our scoring engine, this level of production from a reserve prop is absolute “cheat code” territory.
2: Mills Sanerivi – Hooker, Moana Pasifika (90 pts)
A truly monstrous performance from the Moana hooker. Along with a brace of tries, Sanerivi led the front row with a massive 21 tackles and 5 dominant carries. This is the “Tight Five Edge” personified. He outworked almost every back-rower in the competition this week to provide a massive scoring floor.
3: Harry Johnson-Holmes – Prop, Force (64 pts)
HJH justified his high draft capital with a relentless 47-minute shift. 11 tackles and 13 carries provided the volume, but his 36 ruck arrivals, the highest for a prop this round, showcased the elite work-rate that makes him a premier front-row anchor.
4: Seru Uru – Lock, Reds (85 pts)
Uru showed the form we were all waiting for in the preseason. Along with a try, he recorded 14 tackles, 6 lineout takes, and 7 dominant carries. His ability to contribute across every scoring category makes him a mandatory starter for any manager aiming for the playoffs.
5: Lachlan Shaw – Lock, Brumbies (77 pts)
Shaw was an engine room marvel, hitting 29 rucks and securing a try. Crucially for Draft managers, he registered 4 lineout steals, providing a secondary scoring stream that is irreplaceable in the second row. He is quickly becoming one of the most consistent high-floor locks in the league.
6: Carlo Tizzano – Back Row, Force (70 pts)
The quintessential “Tackle Machine” was at it again. Tizzano’s value comes from pure relentless involvement: 38 ruck arrivals and 15 carries (8 dominant). He is the ultimate head-to-head weapon who rewards managers through pure nuisance value and high-volume grit.
7: Fraser McReight – Back Row, Reds (63 pts)
McReight was a human wrecking ball in the trenches, hitting 30 rucks and making 21 tackles. His 3 turnovers won show he remains the premier breakdown predator in the competition, ensuring a safe ceiling regardless of the final score.
8: Rob Valetini – Back Row, Brumbies (57 pts)
“Bobby V” provided a clinic in carry volume, recording a staggering 22 carries with 12 of them being dominant. While he didn’t cross the paint, his ability to bend the line 14 times ensures a consistent scoring base that anchors any pack.
9: Cam Roigard – Scrumhalf, Hurricanes (67 pts)
Roigard remains a class above at 9 in The Draft. 83 passes and 2 line-break assists facilitated the Hurricanes’ attack, but it was his try and 256 kick metres that provided the gravy necessary to win your weekly matchup.
10: Ben Donaldson – Flyhalf, Force (72 pts)
Donaldson is gold as a dual-threat kicker and runner. 13 carries and 2 line breaks show he isn’t afraid to challenge the line, while his 10 points from the tee ensured he stayed relevant during the Force’s physical encounter.
11: Dylan Pietsch – Outside Back, Force (68 pts)
Returning to his best form, Pietsch was a nightmare for defenders, crossing the gain line 15 times and bagging a brace of tries. His 107 carry metres and 6 tackle busts confirm he is the primary strike-runner for a surging Force side.
12: Jordie Barrett – Centre, Hurricanes (59 pts)
The captain provided the stability the Canes needed in the midfield. 11 tackles (3 dominant) and 2 line breaks show a level of physical dominance that yields points even when he isn’t taking the goal kicks.
13: Leicester Fainga’anuku – Centre, Crusaders (55 pts)
Leicester delivered a high-work-rate shift, recording 12 tackles and 25 ruck arrivals. His ability to hit the line (13 carries) and cross for a try makes him one of the most reliable high-volume midfielders for the season run-in.
14: Mac Grealy – Outside Back, Force (64 pts)
Grealy was electric, recording 144 carry metres and 3 line breaks. His 17 total carries and 2 line-break assists show he is taking full advantage of the Force’s uptick in form.
15: Kade Banks – Outside Back, Blues (63 pts)
Banks took his chance with both hands this week. 5 dominant carries and a clinical try provided a safe floor, while his ability to beat defenders in space might just be enough to hold onto the jersey for a few more weeks.
Available in your league? (Hidden Gems)
Mac Grealy (Western Force - Outside Back): Grealy’s form has been improving as the season’s gone on. He has seemingly locked down the 15 jersey again despite a push from Max Burey. His Round 12 explosion for 144 run metres and 3 line breaks proves he is a high-volume strike-runner who must be claimed if he is a free agent.
Harry Johnson Holmes (Western Force - Prop): HJH always had high scoring potential if he got the game time. Seeing the in-form Misinale Epenisa limp off was disappointing to see, but HJH will be the clear beneficiary.
Seru Uru (Queensland Reds - Lock/Back Row): Uru remains the ultimate multi-positional cheat code. His 85-point haul featured elite lineout production (6 takes) and heavy carry dominance. With various Reds forwards moving in and out of the Casualty Ward, Uru’s versatility makes him a mandatory target for managers looking for long-term consistency.
Written by Harry Dale