Rugby: Waikato pick five newcomers

Waikato rugby coach Chris Gibbes has named five newcomers in his squad for the ITM Cup competition.

They include loose forwards Zak Hohneck and Matt Vant Leven, lock Chris Middleton, wing Frank Halai and utility back Christian Lealiifano.

The squad named yesterday also includes loose forward Steven Setephano, who previously played for Otago, and prop Toby Smith, who is returning from injury.

Waikato will be captained by prop Nathan White.