The Stormers have shaken up their lineup for the upcoming Vodacom URC battle this Sunday, as they prepare to host the Dragons at Cape Town Stadium. The team welcomes back the formidable trio of Dan du Plessis, Seabelo Senatla, and Evan Roos, all returning from injuries and ready to leave their mark on the field. Du Plessis will reprise his role at inside centre, Senatla speeds back as right wing, and Roos makes a timely comeback at No 8 after sitting out last week’s game against the Bulls.
Among other strategic shifts, Imad Khan will take up duties as scrumhalf, with Damian Willemse transitioning from inside centre to fullback. The reshuffling doesn’t stop there; Marcel Theunissen will now operate as blindside flank, pushing Ben-Jason Dixon to a potentially game-changing role off the bench. The front row sees new energy with Vernon Matongo and JJ Kotzé stepping up as starting loosehead prop and hooker, respectively.
"Last week’s performance was very encouraging, but we need to build on that and keep moving forward,"
noted John Dobson, the Stormers’ director of rugby.
He expressed enthusiasm about the returning players, "We have got some quality players coming back into the mix and we are excited to see how some of the combinations go in what should be a tough game against a good Dragons side."
The Stormers, who recently ascended to second place on the URC log following their victory over the Bulls, are looking to cement their position against the Dragons, who are currently near the bottom of the standings. Following the main event, the Stormers XXIII will face off against the Seattle Seawolves in a friendly match, promising a full day of rugby action.
STORMERS: Damian Willemse, Seabelo Senatla, Ruhan Nel (c), Dan du Plessis, Leolin Zas, Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu, Imad Khan, Evan Roos, Marcel Theunissen, Deon Fourie, JD Schickerling, Adré Smith, Neethling Fouché, JJ Kotzé, Vernon Matongo. Bench: André-Hugo Venter, Ntuthuko Mchunu, Sazi Sandi, Ben-Jason Dixon, Paul de Villiers, Hacjivah Dayimani, Stefan Ungerer, Wandisile Simelane.
With the team's refreshed lineup and strategic adjustments, the Stormers are geared up for a riveting encounter this Sunday, aiming to keep their momentum in a fiercely competitive URC season.
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The Stormers have shaken up their lineup for the upcoming Vodacom URC battle this Sunday, as they prepare to host the Dragons at Cape Town Stadium. The team welcomes back the formidable trio of Dan du Plessis, Seabelo Senatla, and Evan Roos, all returning from injuries and ready to leave their mark on the field. Du Plessis will reprise his role at inside centre, Senatla speeds back as right wing, and Roos makes a timely comeback at No 8 after sitting out last week’s game against the Bulls.
Among other strategic shifts, Imad Khan will take up duties as scrumhalf, with Damian Willemse transitioning from inside centre to fullback. The reshuffling doesn’t stop there; Marcel Theunissen will now operate as blindside flank, pushing Ben-Jason Dixon to a potentially game-changing role off the bench. The front row sees new energy with Vernon Matongo and JJ Kotzé stepping up as starting loosehead prop and hooker, respectively.
"Last week’s performance was very encouraging, but we need to build on that and keep moving forward,"
noted John Dobson, the Stormers’ director of rugby.He expressed enthusiasm about the returning players, "We have got some quality players coming back into the mix and we are excited to see how some of the combinations go in what should be a tough game against a good Dragons side."
The Stormers, who recently ascended to second place on the URC log following their victory over the Bulls, are looking to cement their position against the Dragons, who are currently near the bottom of the standings. Following the main event, the Stormers XXIII will face off against the Seattle Seawolves in a friendly match, promising a full day of rugby action.
STORMERS: Damian Willemse, Seabelo Senatla, Ruhan Nel (c), Dan du Plessis, Leolin Zas, Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu, Imad Khan, Evan Roos, Marcel Theunissen, Deon Fourie, JD Schickerling, Adré Smith, Neethling Fouché, JJ Kotzé, Vernon Matongo. Bench: André-Hugo Venter, Ntuthuko Mchunu, Sazi Sandi, Ben-Jason Dixon, Paul de Villiers, Hacjivah Dayimani, Stefan Ungerer, Wandisile Simelane.
With the team's refreshed lineup and strategic adjustments, the Stormers are geared up for a riveting encounter this Sunday, aiming to keep their momentum in a fiercely competitive URC season.