Krappie scratches out rivalry with Reinach

LIONS scrumhalf Morné van den Berg is focused on the bigger picture ahead of Saturday's United Rugby Championship (URC) showdown against the Stormers, insisting it won't be a personal duel with fellow Springbok halfback Cobus Reinach.

- LEIGHTON KOOPMAN

The two sides are set for the first of their two URC local derbies at the DHL Stadium (3pm kickoff), and plenty of mini-battles could unfold in the clash.

However, 'Krappie" said on Tuesday that it will take a team effort to topple the high-flying home side, who are unbeaten in eight games across all competitions. They also top the URC points table.

The nippy Lions halfback, who has been learning under Reinach at Springbok level, may have picked up a trick or two from the experienced playmaker. But he won't get caught up in a tussle with the inform Reinach, as he looks to maintain attention on guiding the Lions to victory.