Barnes returns for Cheetahs clash

Berrick Barnes will make his first appearance of the 2013 Super Rugby tournament when the Waratahs face the Cheetahs in Sydney on Friday, 15 March 2013.

Barnes will slot into the centre position, with Bernard Foley holding onto the number 10 jersey.

Impressive youngster, Ben Volavola, moves from the fullback position (where he started last week), and back onto the bench. Israel Folau then moves off the wing and back into the 15 jersey, while Turner and Betham hold the wings.

Pat McCutcheon will take over from the injured Wycliff Palu, allowing Dave Dennis to move onto the flank.

In the front row, hooker John Ulugia takes over from the injured Tatafu Polota-Nau, whilst Paddy Ryan gets a start at tight-head.

The game kicks-off at 10:40 (SA time) at Allianz Stadium, Sydney.

Waratahs team to face the Cheetahs:

1. Benn Robinson, 2. John Ulugia, 3. Paddy Ryan, 4. Sitaleki Timani, 5. Kane Douglas, 6. Dave Dennis (c), 7. Michael Hooper, 8. Pat McCutcheon, 9. Brendan McKibbin, 10. Bernard Foley, 11. Peter Betham, 12. Berrick Barnes, 13. Adam Ashley-Cooper, 14. Lachie Turner, 15. Israel Folau

Replacements, 16. Luke Holmes, 17. Jeremy Tilse, 18. Mitchell Chapman, 19. Lopeti Timani, 20. Matt Lucas, 21. Ben Volavola, 22. Rob Horne