Warrick Gelant’s return to the Stormers’ fold could see a tweak in the backline, with another Springbok Damian Willemse moving to flyhalf to make accommodate the fullback.
FILE - Stormers backs Warrick Gelant and Damian Willemse pictured together during a Champions Cup match last season. The two Springboks will be back together for the Cape side against Zebre this weekend. Picture: Rodger Bosch / AFPGelant’s return could see a tweak in the backline, with another Springbok Damian Willemse moving to flyhalf to make accommodate the fullback, who will bring much-needed experience to the back division.
Director of rugby John Dobson was left frustrated by the defeat, saying that the areas that require improvement are clear, identifying their kicking game as an area where they can improve. “Sazi Sandi and Warrick Gelant will come back in. If you look at the Ospreys game and where we can remedy it, it is through team selection,” Dobson told the Stormers’ website.
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