The Inverell Highlanders 1st grade team will have the weekend bye to rest niggling injuries as other teams prepare for week 7 of the Central North Rugby competition.
Reigning premier Narrabri Blue Boars are at home to Moree WeeBolla Bulls in a rematch of last year’s epic grand final.
Only 4 points separated the teams in their last meeting with expectations this game will also be tightly fought out.
Pirates, who are needing a win to keep their top 4 aspirations alive, will host competition co-leader Gunnedah Red Devils.