With the league campaign entering a crucial phase, Coventry will be aiming to strengthen their position in the top half of the table as they welcome Richmond to BPA. The Blue & Whites currently sit 5th in the standings on 50 points, while Richmond arrive in 12th place with 27 points, making it another important test under the Friday night lights.

The fixture will also be a landmark occasion for hooker Jordon Poole, who makes his 100th appearance for Coventry Rugby.

Since arriving at Butts Park Arena, Poole has been a consistent and influential presence in the front row, combining set-piece solidity with relentless work rate around the park. Reaching a century of appearances is a significant achievement in the Champ, reflecting both durability and sustained performance, and Poole becomes the latest player to bring up the milestone in Blue & White. Friday night provides a fitting stage to mark the occasion in front of the BPA faithful.

Coventry Rugby Starting XV

1. Aristot Benz-Salomon

2. Jordon Poole – 100 Appearances

3. Eliot Salt

4. Dan Green

5. Senitiki Nayalo

6. Allan Ferrie

7. Chester Owen

8. Morgan Strong

9. Josh Barton

10. Tommy Mathews

11. Jack Reeves

12. Api Bavadra

13. Dafydd-Rhys Tiueti

14. David Opoku-Fordjour

15. Tom Bacon

Replacements

16. Murray Davidson

17. Keston Lines

18. Matt Johnson

19. Jack Shine

20. Mackenzie Graham

21. Sam Maunder

22. Morgan Adderly-Jones

23. Onisivoro Sukani Nayagi