Wesley to debut; trio of stars rested

The PNG Orchids will be hoping their home ground support will lift them as they face another challenge against the Kiwi Ferns this week to see who will make it to the Pacific Cup final against the Jillaroos.

Both the Orchids and the Ferns were kept scoreless in their games against Australia in tough outings for each side, but the Kiwi side will be hoping to build on their opening week together to gel.

Back on their home turf, the Orchids will have some new faces who bring international experience, with Therese Aiton and Shae Yvonne De La Cruz coming into the squad, while outside back Jenny Wesley - who played in the Prime Minister's XIII - makes her debut.

The Ferns have also made several changes to their side, including youngster Mackenzie Wiki coming onto the wing for her debut, with three of their stars Apii Nicholls, Annessa Biddle, and Tiana Davison rested.

A major backline reshuffle sees Shae Yvonne De La Cruz come straight in at fullback, pushing Mala Mark to the wing.

Centre La-Toniya Norris-Addo suffered an ACL injury against the Jillaroos, bringing in young Wesley for her Test debut.

Ua Rava moves from hooker into halfback, with new squad member Therese Aiton to start at No.9.

Leila Kerowa impressed the coach in the last game and earned a starting spot in the second row, while Sareka Mooka will start at lock.

Delilah Ahose and Gloria Kaupa move to the bench, with Roswita Kapo, Meli Joe, and Talitha Kunjil dropping to the reserves and Freda Waula omitted.