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Bok youngster too ‘sore’ to train

A Springbok rookie's tour could be over before it has even started.

Published: Tuesday, 3 November 2026 at 4:19 AM
Bok youngster too ‘sore’ to train
Key Things to Know
  • Uncapped Springbok flyhalf Yaqeen Ahmed missed training in Turin due to a sore shoulder.
  • Head coach Rassie Erasmus revealed Ahmed may need to return to South Africa for medical scans.
  • The 20-year-old Stormers back is one of six uncapped players selected for the European tour.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Uncapped Springbok flyhalf Yaqeen Ahmed missed Monday's training session in Turin due to a shoulder injury, putting his tour in doubt. Head coach Rassie Erasmus revealed the 20-year-old Stormers player was honest about being sore and might have to return to South Africa for scans and further assessment.

Ahmed is one of six uncapped players picked for the European leg of the Nations Championship following strong performances for the Junior Boks and the Stormers. Erasmus noted that while experiencing the team environment is valuable, a final decision on whether he returns home will be made soon.

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