Predictions for the game:
Ben Alexander should be on the bench for Sio. Otherwise front row is good.
Kimlin isn't strong enough at lock, especially behind Alexander.
Backrow should go well, debutant at 6 could go either way.
Backline combination returns. Good.
Predicting lineup for the Highlanders:
1. Mackintosh
2. Hore
3. King
4. Thorn
5. Bekhuis
6. Hoeata
7. Hardie
8. Dixon
9. Smith
10. Slade
11. Gear
12. Nonu
13. Burleigh
14. Popoalii
15. Smith
Front row is even
Highlanders locks better
Brumbies backrow better
Brumbies 9-10 slightly better
Wingers even
Centres even
Fullback even
Highlanders by 7