With the two squads being put through their final preparations at training on Thursday evening, the line ups will be announced on Friday.
TAIPAN HONG KONG PROFESSIONAL
Phill is supported on the coaching front by ex American international, Tim Usasz and Deacon is supported by ex professional rugby union player, Wesley Feausi. Both squads are coached by esteemed rugby international players in their own right, ex Australian rugby league international Phill Bailey for the Taipan team and ex Fiji international Deacon Manu for the challenger team. This year’s fixture will conform to the more modern format, where both teams will comprise some of the most exciting and talented players in Hong Kong from across the Premiership clubs. The Taipan, arguably the foremost business figure of the day in Hong Kong, would field the best Rugby team at his disposal to challenge a formidable side to represent the Commander of British Forces in Hong Kong – playing for the Mansergh Cup. Peter Duncan.Ĭonceived according to the Barbarians format and first played at HKFC on 20 th January 1951, the Taipan became an annual HKFC fixture. The challenger is former HK Rugby Union Chairman and stalwart of the sport in Asia, Mr. This Saturday sees Hong Kong Football Club host the annual Taipan’s Day in what is gearing up to be another fantastic celebration of rugby and entertainment.Īs previously announced, the 53rd Taipan of this fixture is Chairman of Swire Properties, Mr John Slosar.
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