Zebre face the same opposition who were victims of the franchise’s first ever victory when they beat Cardiff Blues at the BT Sport Cardiff Arms Park 30-25 in round 3 last year.

Zebre’s last four matches have all been won by the home side on the day, whilst the Italians are unbeaten in Parma in their last four encounters.

Cardiff Blues’ defeat at the Scarlets in round 22 ended a four game winning run in the PRO12.

The Blues only victory in their four fixtures with Italian opponents last season came at home to Treviso in round 7.

Zebre achieved the league double over the Blues last season, something that the Blues had inflicted over Zebre in their debut season.

At Stadio XXV Aprile, 5pm local time (4pm UK & Ireland). Live on S4C
Referee: Andrew McMenemy (SRU, 30th competition game)
Assistant Referees: Matteo Liperini, Filippo Bertelli (both FIR)
Citing Commissioner: Roberto Carra (FIR)
TMO: Stefano Penne (FIR)