In a daring move to fortify their ranks, the Vodacom Bulls are eyeing a prodigal return of former Springbok Curwin Bosch from France to help resolve their ongoing flyhalf dilemma. Johan Ackermann, the head coach, has reportedly pushed for this strategic acquisition, nudging Bulls CEO Edgar Rathbone to reel Bosch into the fold at Loftus Versfeld.
The Pretoria powerhouse initially tried to snag Tinus de Beer, who was even ready to foot his own transfer bill to make the shift. However, his current team, the Dragons in Wales, put the kibosh on that deal by holding him to his contract. This setback has redirected the Bulls' gaze to Bosch, who's been off the South African radar since his move to Brive in the French Pro D2 league.
"The Bulls fell apart in the second half last season, and we've been on thin ice with our options at No 10,"
Ackermann lamented, reflecting on the team’s recent struggles.
Post-Johan Goosen's retirement, the flyhalf spot has indeed turned into a veritable Achilles' heel for the team. The departure of Liam Koen to Griquas and Kade Wolhuter’s knee injury, which pulled him out of the game for an extended period, has left a gaping hole. Currently, the Bulls are limping along with Handré Pollard and Keagan Johannes, but the need for a more permanent and reliable solution is palpable.
Bosch, with just two Springbok caps, might not be the most decorated name in the circuit, but his stats speak volumes. Since his shift to Brive, he has been a fixture in the team, racking up minutes and points with commendable consistency. Last season, he clocked 1,874 minutes across 25 matches, amassing 209 points. This season too, he's been active, participating in 11 matches and scoring 42 points.
If Bosch decides to answer this SOS from the Bulls, it could mark a significant pivot in his career and potentially a game-changer for the Bulls as they look to rebuild and fortify their lineup ahead of the next season.
Only time will tell if this strategic move will pay off and if Bosch will don the Bulls jersey once again, bringing his experience and skill back to South Africa’s rugby pitches.
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In a daring move to fortify their ranks, the Vodacom Bulls are eyeing a prodigal return of former Springbok Curwin Bosch from France to help resolve their ongoing flyhalf dilemma. Johan Ackermann, the head coach, has reportedly pushed for this strategic acquisition, nudging Bulls CEO Edgar Rathbone to reel Bosch into the fold at Loftus Versfeld.
The Pretoria powerhouse initially tried to snag Tinus de Beer, who was even ready to foot his own transfer bill to make the shift. However, his current team, the Dragons in Wales, put the kibosh on that deal by holding him to his contract. This setback has redirected the Bulls' gaze to Bosch, who's been off the South African radar since his move to Brive in the French Pro D2 league.
"The Bulls fell apart in the second half last season, and we've been on thin ice with our options at No 10,"
Ackermann lamented, reflecting on the team’s recent struggles.Post-Johan Goosen's retirement, the flyhalf spot has indeed turned into a veritable Achilles' heel for the team. The departure of Liam Koen to Griquas and Kade Wolhuter’s knee injury, which pulled him out of the game for an extended period, has left a gaping hole. Currently, the Bulls are limping along with Handré Pollard and Keagan Johannes, but the need for a more permanent and reliable solution is palpable.
Bosch, with just two Springbok caps, might not be the most decorated name in the circuit, but his stats speak volumes. Since his shift to Brive, he has been a fixture in the team, racking up minutes and points with commendable consistency. Last season, he clocked 1,874 minutes across 25 matches, amassing 209 points. This season too, he's been active, participating in 11 matches and scoring 42 points.
If Bosch decides to answer this SOS from the Bulls, it could mark a significant pivot in his career and potentially a game-changer for the Bulls as they look to rebuild and fortify their lineup ahead of the next season.
Only time will tell if this strategic move will pay off and if Bosch will don the Bulls jersey once again, bringing his experience and skill back to South Africa’s rugby pitches.