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Former UCT lock Gary Porter has returned to Cape Town to join the DHL Stormers squad ahead of the new season.
Porter is back in South Africa after a season playing for the Ealing Trailfinders in the RFU Championship and adds valuable second row depth for the DHL Stormers ahead of a demanding season.
Porter joined the Western Province Rugby Institute straight out of school and then went on to represent UCT in the Varsity Cup, while attaining a psychology degree.
DHL Stormers Head Coach John Dobson said that Porter is exactly the type of hard-working player that is required ahead of the new season.
“Gary and his high work-rate fit the type of game we would like to play and we are looking forward to seeing him grow in our environment as we take on a very tough season,” he said.
Porter said that he is delighted to be back in Cape Town and is determined to make the most of the opportunity to represent the DHL Stormers.
“These are exciting times here and I want to contribute wherever I can within this system and grow as a player,” he said.
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The Vodacom Bulls secured a gem when they signed talented utility back, Wandisile Simelane, as part of their arsenal going into the 2022/23 season.
The 24-year-old, who seamlessly shows his versatility at centre, wing and fullback, has slotted in like a hand to a glove at Loftus Versfeld since joining the Tshwane-based side in their pre-season preparations.
Apart from the warm welcome and the wit of new teammates Cornal Hendricks and Morne Steyn which has stuck out for Simelane, it is the work ethic and high standards that the team has set that has impressed the former Junior Bok star in his few weeks at Loftus.
“It’s been an awesome start for me at the Vodacom Bulls. The guys have really welcomed and embraced me into the team,” reflected Simelane.
“We are all working hard, challenging each other – it’s really refreshing to witness. Andre [Volsteedt, Vodacom Bulls strength and conditioning coach] has been pushing us really hard and we have no doubt that the results will only be positive once we get into the swing of things in-season.”
“Wandi”, as he is affectionately known, is no stranger to the Vodacom United Rugby Championship and Carling Currie Cup where he has produced some stellar performances for his former team, the Emirates Lions.
With the excitement of playing in these two competitions, he expressed his eagerness to contribute towards the Vodacom Bulls’ cause and further make an impact in the upcoming inaugural participation in the Heineken Champions Cup.
“I’ve found the Vodacom URC to be quite challenging. It is a different challenge to Vodacom Super Rugby which we were used to. In addition to the different styles of rugby, there is also the cold weather to contend with in the North,” he said.
“We are now also looking forward to playing in the Heineken Champions Cup, which will bring its own new challenges. We are just excited to play top opposition.
“I really can’t tell you how we as a group are excited about the upcoming season. There is also a comforting sense of calmness and confidence in the team which makes it more exciting for me to play with this group of players and play for our coaches to see how far we can go in all competitions.
“I think we would be under-valuing ourselves if our goal was not to win everything – the Vodacom URC, Heineken Champions Cup and Carling Currie Cup. We certainly have the drive, commitment and belief that we can be competitive in all.”
A highlight for Simelane in his move across the Jukskei River is the opportunity to work with a mentor he has long admired – Vodacom Bulls director of rugby, Jake White.
“Coach Jake is widely respected given all that he has achieved as a world-class coach. So, I have no doubts that there is so much knowledge I can gain from a coach of his stature,” said Simelane.
“I did not even think twice when the opportunity to work under him came about. I can only become a better player.”
In addition to focusing on becoming part of the core of the Vodacom Bulls team and contributing to its success, the elusive backline player continues to harbour ambitions of reaching greater heights in his playing career.
“Part of my individual goals is to become a Springbok sooner rather than later. Every rugby player aspires to play for their country, it is no different for me,” he revealed.
“I will strive to do my best in the blue jersey and can only hope that it will be enough to open doors for me to take my career a step further.”
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An extended 31-man Munster squad has been named for Friday night’s pre-season encounter against Gloucester at Musgrave Park (7.30pm).
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It will be Gloucester’s first match since their player Ed Slater was diagnosed with Motor Neurone Disease (MND) in July.
In the aftermath of the diagnosis, Gloucester Rugby set up a fundraising page to show their support to Ed and his family.
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New signings Malakai Fekitoa and Chris Moore are among the replacements and will make their first appearances for Munster.
Paddy Kelly and Greencore Munster Rugby Academy trio Edwin Edogbo, Ruadhan Quinn and Conor Phillips are also in line for their first taste of senior action with the province.
Simon Zebo starts at full-back with Calvin Nash and Shane Daly on either flank.
Rory Scannell and Chris Farrell form the centre partnership with Neil Cronin and Ben Healy in the half-backs.
Josh Wycherley, Diarmuid Barron and Keynan Knox pack down in the front row with Academy man Cian Hurley and Eoin O’Connor in the engine room.
Captain Jack O’Donoghue, Alex Kendellen and Jack O’Sullivan complete the starting XV.
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Munster: Simon Zebo; Calvin Nash, Chris Farrell, Rory Scannell, Shane Daly; Ben Healy, Neil Cronin; Josh Wycherley, Diarmuid Barron, Keynan Knox; Cian Hurley, Eoin O’Connor; Jack O’Donoghue (C), Alex Kendellen, Jack O’Sullivan.
Replacements from: Scott Buckley, Chris Moore, Roman Salanoa, James French, Liam O’Connor, Edwin Edogbo, Paddy Kelly, Ruadhan Quinn, Daniel Okeke, Paddy Patterson, Jack Crowley, Tony Butler, Malakai Fekitoa, Dan Goggin, Liam Coombes, Conor Phillips.
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Six summer signings will start for Dragons RFC as the club kicks-off pre-season with a home clash against Bristol Bears at Rodney Parade on Friday evening (kick-off 7pm).
Angus O’Brien – on his return to Dragons – Sio Tomkinson, JJ Hanrahan, Rhodri Jones, Bradley Roberts and Sean Lonsdale all feature in the starting line-up for the Men of Gwent.
Tomkinson partners Jack Dixon in a new-look midfield while Rhodri Williams faces his former club as he teams up with Hanrahan at half back.
Chris Coleman is named at tighthead to pack down with Jones and Roberts up front while Lonsdale is named in the second row alongside Huw Taylor. Joe Davies is unavailable due to suspension.
Harri Keddie captains in the six jersey while there is also a start for Lennon Greggains at openside.
Fellow new recruits George Nott, Rob Evans and Max Clark are set to feature from the bench in an expanded 27-man squad.
Wales internationals Ross Moriarty and Elliot Dee are set for welcome comebacks as replacements.
Dragons: Angus O’Brien, Rio Dyer, Sio Tomkinson, Jack Dixon, Jared Rosser, JJ Hanrahan, Rhodri Williams; Rhodri Jones, Bradley Roberts, Chris Coleman, Huw Taylor, Sean Lonsdale, Harri Keddie (c), Lennon Greggains, Ollie Griffiths
Replacements: Elliot Dee, Rob Evans, Lloyd Fairbrother, George Nott, Ross Moriarty, Lewis Jones, Will Reed, Max Clark, Jordan Williams, Josh Reynolds, James Benjamin, David Richards
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