Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu Set To Light Up Stormers’ Clash Against Scarlets

Springbok sensation Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu will take charge at flyhalf when the Stormers begin their United Rugby Championship (URC) tour against the Scarlets in Llanelli on Friday night. The match kicks off at 20:45, marking the Cape side’s first overseas fixture of the season.

A Fresh-Looking Backline

With the Stormers chasing their third consecutive win, head coach John Dobson has mixed experience with flair in his selection. Damian Willemse shifts to fullback, offering creative firepower from the back, while Wandisile Simelane joins captain Ruhan Nel in midfield a combination designed to bring both speed and structure.

At the heart of it all sits Feinberg-Mngomezulu, whose calm authority and sharp kicking have quickly made him one of South Africa’s most exciting young playmakers. His starting berth follows standout performances both for the national team and during pre-season.

Forward Reinforcements

Up front, Paul de Villiers and Ben-Jason Dixon return to the starting lineup, adding aggression and breakdown control. Ruben van Heerden, JJ Kotze, Sazi Sandi, and Ali Vermaak all earn their first starts of the campaign, showing the squad’s impressive depth.

Dobson also welcomes back a few seasoned campaigners from national duty. Veteran flanker Deon Fourie and dynamic scrumhalf Imad Khan feature on the bench, expected to inject impact late in the game.

Building Momentum On The Road

The Stormers arrive in Wales full of confidence after convincing home wins over Leinster and Ospreys. But Dobson knows an away clash in Llanelli presents new challenges.

“It has been an encouraging start to the season and we are determined to build on that in this first tour game,” Dobson told the team’s official website. “We’ve had limited preparation due to travel, but the players coming in are hungry to perform and keep our winning momentum going.”

Fan Reactions

On social media, Stormers fans have celebrated the inclusion of Feinberg-Mngomezulu, calling him the “future of South African rugby” and “the next big thing since Pollard.” Many also applauded Dobson’s balance between youth and experience, praising the side’s fearless approach to rotation early in the season.

The Bigger Picture

The Stormers’ tour begins amid growing optimism about South African teams in the URC. With strong showings from the Bulls and Lions, local fans are watching closely to see whether the Cape side can carry their home form into Europe.

Friday’s showdown in Llanelli offers the perfect test and with Feinberg-Mngomezulu steering the ship, it might just be another night where the Stormers show why they’re among the most dynamic squads in the competition.

{Source:SABC Sport}

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