Moscow Rugby Rivals Unveil Their Hands: Fili and Bogatyri Confirm Lineups for PARI Higher League Clash

The PARI Higher League rugby championship continues its intense schedule, and attention is firmly fixed on the Russian capital for a compelling 4th round encounter. As the fixture between Rugby Club Fili and Rugby Club Bogatyri approaches, both teams have officially announced the squads they will be bringing to the pitch.

For supporters and analysts alike, the release of starting lineups offers the first real glimpse into a team`s strategy and confidence heading into a match. It`s where coaches make their statements, whether subtle or glaringly obvious, about how they plan to tackle the opposition.

RC Fili: Seeking Redemption on Home Turf

Playing on their home ground, RC Fili face a significant challenge and perhaps carry the weight of past results. Last season`s meeting with Bogatyri reportedly ended in a substantial defeat, making this upcoming fixture a crucial opportunity for Fili to demonstrate progress and resilience. Their selected squad suggests they are prepared for a tough battle.

Starting XV:

• *Forwards (1-8):* 1. Artyom Blokhin, 2. Maxim Martynov, 3. Matvey Shiryaev, 4. Georgy Turov, 25. Alexander Kuroyedov, 6. Semyon Kondrashkin, 24. Vadim Mochalin, 8. Pavel Gribkov.
• *Backs (9-15):* 9. Artyom Vdovin, 10. Iustin Petrushka, 11. Sergey Koltukov, 12. Nikita Doropiyenko, 13. Anton Yunisov (Captain), 14. Ignaty Nekrasov, 15. Ali Shaikhattarov.

Reserves:

• 18. Dorob Gulov, 16. Dmitry Muravyov, 17. Maxim Tsinkovich, 19. Ivan Bryzgalin, 20. Filipp Zabolotnev, 21. Illarion Khatiashvili, 22. Daniil Kozlov, 23. Arseny Kropov.

The inclusion of players like Kuroyedov (25) and Mochalin (24) in the starting forward pack numbers is slightly unconventional but reflects the specific numbering preferences or requirements of the team`s submission. It doesn`t change their roles, merely their jersey number for the day.

RC Bogatyri: `The Heroes` Aim to Maintain Dominance

Translated loosely as `The Heroes`, RC Bogatyri arrive as the visiting side, likely carrying the confidence derived from their strong performance against Fili in the previous season. They have named what appears to be a robust lineup, aiming to solidify their position in the league standings and continue their historical advantage in this particular derby.

Starting XV:

• *Forwards (1-8):* 1. Andrey Tatarko, 2. Vyacheslav Grigorashchenko, 3. Kirill Chekulayev, 4. Georgy Borovikov, 5. Igor Mitin, 6. Kirill Parkhomenko, 7. Daniil Zhukov (Captain), 8. Nikolay Sukhovy.
• *Backs (9-15):* 9. Nikita Bondarenko, 10. Ruslan Krivolap, 11. Viktor Demchenko, 12. Evgeny Sorokin, 13. Sergey Gerasimov, 14. Samvel Akopyan, 15. Ilya Chernyshov.

Reserves:

• 16. Nikita Salangin, 17. Sergey Krutko, 18. Viktor Ilkevich, 19. Ivan Kuzminov, 20. Sherzod Dzhurayev, 21. Alexander Denisenko, 23. Ilya Kuklin, 22. Anzor Usmanov.

Bogatyri`s lineup features a more standard numbering sequence for both starters and reserves, reflecting a typical approach to squad announcements.

The Stage is Set

With the tactical cards now laid on the table in the form of these announced squads, the anticipation builds. Will Fili manage to overturn last season`s result and leverage their home advantage? Or will Bogatyri live up to their name and maintain their dominance over their Moscow counterparts?

Rugby enthusiasts in Moscow and followers of the PARI Higher League can now look forward to seeing these selected players battle it out on the pitch. The strategy behind the lineups is revealed; the execution remains to be seen.