MALVERN Rugby Club travel to Kenilworth on Saturday knowing that the home side are still smarting from a 17-10 reverse at Spring Lane in November, which prevented them from topping the Midlands One table.

David Robins, Director of Rugby at Malvern said: "This game is bound to be heavily contested as Kenilworth look to avenge the defeat which finally saw us start out climb up the table.

"Meanwhile, we will be looking for an away bonus win. The closeness of this league means that away points are critical in addition to trying for maximum home results.

"On our day we are capable of beating any side in the division as long as we are on top of our game."

Prop Steve Cooper is rested on the bench, making way for James Daniel, while the ever-dependable Steve Taylor also drops to the bench to allow Paul Hart his first start of the season following his successful rehabilitation after injury and his good performances as replacement.

Dave Irish returns at hooker to link up with the rest of the side who helped Malvern defeat Longton 26-10 last week and edge them into sixth spot, just two points behind Kenilworth.

Kick off is at 2.30pm at Kenilworth's Glasshouse Lane ground, with the coach leaving Spring Lane at 11.30am.