Injuries to props James Slipper and Blake Schoupp mean young gun Harry Vella will likely lead the Brumbies' line in their knockout clash with the Highlanders.
The ACT Brumbies are facing a home quarter-final without experienced forward James Slipper as he undergoes an "aggressive" rehab plan on his injured calf.
Brumbies prop James Slipper will miss the final game of the regular season due to a calf injury, but will he make it back in time for the Super Rugby finals?