Nel returns as Stormers brace for 'knockout' showdown

WHILE the Stormers will welcome back the majority of their main players for Saturday's clash against the Leicester Tigers, the team has received a further shot in the arm.

- JOHN GOLIATH

Experienced back Ruhan Nel has been declared fit to run out in the Champions Cup match after missing the last month with a calf injury. The outside centre returned to training on Monday and will boost the Cape side's backline stocks, which have been depleted by injuries.

“Ruhan brings a lot, not just defensively but also as a leader. That kind of presence helps settle things when you're under pressure,” backline and attack coach Dawie Snyman said yesterday.