Wallabies Sevens change it up
The experienced Parahi has recovered from an ankle injury that prevented him competing in Dubai and will add valuable experience to the Australian forwards in a tough pool which includes hosts and Dubai Sevens champions, South Africa, alongside USA and Russia.
Australia lost only one match in the Dubai tournament, overcoming New Zealand (20-12) and Scotland (19-12) in two intense Day Two matches to secure 13 points on the Sevens World Series ladder, ultimately finishing fifth in the competition.
"The team showed great ability and character to finish in fifth after a disappointing loss in the quarterfinals in Dubai. This tournament is about taking our game up to the next level and proving our consistency across the two days.
"With five debutants last week, we showed the depth of our young talent we have coming through this squad and we are looking forward to getting back out onto the field in Cape Town," head coach Andy Friend said.
Of the five debutants named last week, Sam Caslick, Charlie Taylor, Michael Adams and Simon Kennewall have all retained their places in the squad after impressing Friend with their strong performances.
Australia Sevens: Henry Hutchison, Jesse Parahi, Sam Myers (captain), Alex Gibbon, James Stannard, Sam Caslick, Simon Kennewell, Stephan van der Walt, Ed Jenkins, Michael Adams, Charlie Taylor, Boyd Killingworth, Tim Anstee.
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