Xavier Rush misses the match due to an arm injury, his replacement at number eight Mark Lewis, who also takes over the Kiwi's captaincy duties.

Elsewhere, Jamie Robinson is also unavailable, having limped off with a groin injury against the Scarlets. That means Tom Shanklin comes in at 13 to partner Alfie in midfield.

Nick Robinson continues at 10, but has a new half back partner in the shape of Ritchie Rees. Last week's man of the match Tom James sees Jamie Roberts take up the opposite wing berth, while Ben Blair remains ever-present at full back.

Gethin Jenkins returns to the starting line up after missing last weeks 8-try thriller, Gareth Williams and Tao' Felise join him in the front row. Paul Tito and Deiniol Jones resume in the boiler room, while Mark Lewis is joined by Maama Molitika and Martyn Williams.

Saturday's 5.30pm match is being covered on S4C, as is the Cardiff Vs Neath match, while tickets are on special offer for the final match of the 07/08 campaign, Kids for a £1 and adult tickets just £10.

Cardiff Blues
Ben Blair; Jamie Roberts, Tom Shanklin, Gareth Thomas, Tom James; Nicky Robinson, Richie Rees; Mark Lewis (c), Martyn Williams, Maama Molitika, Paul Tito, Deiniol Jones, Taufa¿ao Filise, Gareth Williams, Gethin Jenkins.

Gary Powell, T Rhys Thomas, Scott Morgan, Ben White, Jason Spice, Dai Flanagan, Marc Stcherbina.

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