The Stormers XXIII are injecting some serious veteran power into their squad as they brace for a high-stakes face-off with the Bulls U23 at Cape Town Stadium this coming Saturday. With a 16:00 kick-off, the game follows a Vodacom URC clash between the Stormers and Connacht, signaling the Stormers XXIII's first home match in the SA Rugby U23 Cup after two challenging rounds away. Despite a reshuffled backline due to injuries, the lineup promises fireworks.
Adding zest to an already explosive back three, Suleiman Hartzenberg makes a much-anticipated return, joining forces with JC Mars and Luke Burger. In the midfield, Jonathan Roche teams up with skipper Josh Boulle, setting the stage for some dynamic plays. The halfback duo of Dominic Malgas and Imad Khan are set to direct the game flow, supported by the vigorous loose trio of Keke Morabe, Divan Fuller, and Alutha Wesi.
The scrum's backbone features Sazi Sandi scrummaging alongside Luca Bakkes and Mhleli Khuzwayo. Bolstering the pack, Connor Evans and Adam de Waal unite in the second row, adding grit and muscle to the forward's lineup.
"It is always tough to travel to places like Durban and Pretoria, so hopefully this team will be able to make home advantage count on the weekend,"
noted Hanyani Shimange, the High Performance Manager.
"We have been hit by a few injuries this week, but there are some talented players in the mix and a good blend of hungry young players and some experienced heads who will be able to keep the team focused."
Following a recent setback, the urgency to rebound is palpable.
"After the defeat last week, it is important to bounce back quickly, and we are excited to see what this team has to offer,"
Shimange added. With fresh combinations and the roar of the home crowd as their backdrop, the Stormers XXIII are more than ready to deliver a performance that makes a statement against their venerable rivals.
Stormers XXIII Lineup: Luke Burger, Suleiman Hartzenberg, Josh Boulle (c), Jonathan Roche, JC Mars, Dominic Malgas, Imad Khan, Keke Morabe, Divan Fuller, Alutha Wesi, Connor Evans, Adam de Waal, Sazi Sandi, Luca Bakkes, Mhleli Khuzwayo. Bench: Lukhanyo Vokozela, Hencus van Wyk, Herman Lubbe, Gary Porter, Aidan Norris, Asad Moos, Kyle Smith, Ezekiel Ngobeni.
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The Stormers XXIII are injecting some serious veteran power into their squad as they brace for a high-stakes face-off with the Bulls U23 at Cape Town Stadium this coming Saturday. With a 16:00 kick-off, the game follows a Vodacom URC clash between the Stormers and Connacht, signaling the Stormers XXIII's first home match in the SA Rugby U23 Cup after two challenging rounds away. Despite a reshuffled backline due to injuries, the lineup promises fireworks.
Adding zest to an already explosive back three, Suleiman Hartzenberg makes a much-anticipated return, joining forces with JC Mars and Luke Burger. In the midfield, Jonathan Roche teams up with skipper Josh Boulle, setting the stage for some dynamic plays. The halfback duo of Dominic Malgas and Imad Khan are set to direct the game flow, supported by the vigorous loose trio of Keke Morabe, Divan Fuller, and Alutha Wesi.
The scrum's backbone features Sazi Sandi scrummaging alongside Luca Bakkes and Mhleli Khuzwayo. Bolstering the pack, Connor Evans and Adam de Waal unite in the second row, adding grit and muscle to the forward's lineup.
"It is always tough to travel to places like Durban and Pretoria, so hopefully this team will be able to make home advantage count on the weekend,"
noted Hanyani Shimange, the High Performance Manager."We have been hit by a few injuries this week, but there are some talented players in the mix and a good blend of hungry young players and some experienced heads who will be able to keep the team focused."
Following a recent setback, the urgency to rebound is palpable.
"After the defeat last week, it is important to bounce back quickly, and we are excited to see what this team has to offer,"
Shimange added. With fresh combinations and the roar of the home crowd as their backdrop, the Stormers XXIII are more than ready to deliver a performance that makes a statement against their venerable rivals.Stormers XXIII Lineup: Luke Burger, Suleiman Hartzenberg, Josh Boulle (c), Jonathan Roche, JC Mars, Dominic Malgas, Imad Khan, Keke Morabe, Divan Fuller, Alutha Wesi, Connor Evans, Adam de Waal, Sazi Sandi, Luca Bakkes, Mhleli Khuzwayo. Bench: Lukhanyo Vokozela, Hencus van Wyk, Herman Lubbe, Gary Porter, Aidan Norris, Asad Moos, Kyle Smith, Ezekiel Ngobeni.