Stade Toulousain has made twelve changes to its lineup for its upcoming match against Bayonne, set for Sunday at 21:05 at the Ernest-Wallon stadium. Antoine Dupont returns as team captain and reunites with Romain Ntamack at the pivot position, a key role in rugby that involves directing the team's play. The team, currently leading the Top 14 league after five rounds, is relying on its starting players for this crucial encounter. In the front row, Cyril Baille, Julien Marchand, and Dorian Aldegheri will start, with Joshua Brennan and Thibaud Flament in the pack. François Cros retains his place, while Matthis Lebel and Tommaso Menoncello are also retained. Santiago Chocobares returns to number 12, with Ange Capuozzo starting on the wing and Juan Cruz Mallia at fullback. One of the most notable changes is the selection of Efraín Elías, a second-row player by training, to wear number 7 alongside Cros and Théo Ntamack. Elías, standing 2.01 meters tall and weighing 119 kg, is expected to add strength and presence in the collision zones. This move suggests Toulouse is preparing for a challenging match against Bayonne, which is capable of holding the ball and advancing effectively. The pairing of Chocobares and Menoncello in the center is also a point of interest, as both players are physically strong and capable of attacking the line and creating space for Lebel or Capuozzo. Menoncello had previously made a strong impression during his debut with Toulouse at La Rochelle, scoring a try after a 50-meter run. Bayonne, currently third in the league with 17 points after five rounds, will be looking to challenge the top team. However, Toulouse has its usual pivot to manage key moments and set the pace. Thomas Ramos remains absent due to a thigh injury, so Mallia will need to step up with his restart qualities and kicking options from the back of the field. The match also serves as a rehearsal for Toulouse's upcoming Champions Cup encounter with Exeter on October 18. The bench will include Roumat, Graou, Gourgues, and Teddy Thomas, providing additional options for the match.