Try GOLD - Free
Roos set to boost Stormers against Sharks
Daily News
|January 28, 2026
STORMERS assistant coach Rito Hlungwane believes a quickfire rematch against the Sharks provides the perfect platform to “deal with the demons” of last weekend's defeat.
It also helps that the Stormers are likely to have one of their main players, No 8 Evan Roos, back in the fold for this weekend’s United Rugby Championship clash (5pm kickoff on Saturday) following last Saturday's 30-19 humbling at the hands of the Durban side.
Speaking ahead of the second instalment of the back-to-back SA derbies, Hlungwane addressed a squad currently resembling a casualty ward. While the news surrounding captain and lock Salmaan Moerat remains bleak, the potential return of powerhouse Roos has provided a significant boost to the Cape Town outfit.
Moerat, who missed training yesterday, is “highly unlikely” to feature this weekend after sustaining a toe injury during a very brief second-half appearance. But Hlungwane confirmed that both Roos and lock Adre Smith have returned to the training pitch.
This story is from the January 28, 2026 edition of Daily News.
Subscribe to Magzter GOLD to access thousands of curated premium stories, and 10,000+ magazines and newspapers.
Already a subscriber? Sign In
MORE STORIES FROM Daily News
Daily News
Pressure on Mngqithi as Arrows face Richards Bay
LAMONTVILLE Golden Arrows coach Manqoba Mngqithi is skating on thin ice, and he has to quickly find solutions to the club's woeful form if he is to buy himself some time at the helm.
2 mins
January 29, 2026
Daily News
Downs brace for Al Hilal showdown
MAMELODI
2 mins
January 29, 2026
Daily News
Deal sought for Durban school pupils
THE KwaZulu-Natal Department of Education is expected to meet with the parents of 22 learners who were allegedly forcibly placed at Addington Primary School, as officials seek a resolution to the ongoing and contentious situation.
3 mins
January 29, 2026
Daily News
Mogotsi makes 'ridiculous' security demands before appearance
NORTH
2 mins
January 29, 2026
Daily News
Bid to block appointment of Andy Mothibi as NDPP head
ADVOCATE Barnabas Xulu, who filed an application to prevent the appointment of the National Director of Public Prosecutions (NDPP), says he will amend the court papers to compel Andy Mothibi to respond to questions about his controversial appointment.
1 mins
January 29, 2026
Daily News
Mowat Park High School - a beacon of excellence
MOWAT Park High School achieved impressive 2025 NSC matric results, as well a remarkable 97.5% pass rate.
1 min
January 29, 2026
Daily News
Stubbs finds form: Has the Proteas star timed his SA squad return perfectly?
PROTEAS batter Tristan Stubbs seems to be peaking at the right time following his heroics for the Sunrisers Eastern Cape in the Betway SA20 final on Sunday.
2 mins
January 29, 2026
Daily News
'Targeted' Moremi overcomes early setbacks
TSHEPANG Moremi doesn't let early shortcomings define his journey, as he believes that he can reach his final destination as long as he continues to believe in himself and work hard.
3 mins
January 29, 2026
Daily News
It's hot enough to turn anglers into 'roasted tomatoes' in KZN
THE gates are wide open and this weekend is begging for bent rods and sore arms.
2 mins
January 29, 2026
Daily News
Rubio to warn Venezuela leader of Maduro's fate if defiant
SECRETARY of State Marco Rubio was expected to warn that oil-rich Venezuela's leader would suffer the fate of US-deposed predecessor Nicolas Maduro if she fails to comply with US wishes.
1 min
January 29, 2026
Listen
Translate
Change font size

