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Dobbo reveals timeline for injured players’ return

INJURY UPDATE: Stormers Director of Rugby John Dobson revealed the respective timelines for when the current crop of injured players are expected to be back on the pitch.

Published: Tuesday, 13 October 2026 at 6:59 PM
Dobbo reveals timeline for injured players’ return
Key Things to Know
  • Stormers boss John Dobson revealed return timelines for several injured loose forwards ahead of their Champions Cup match.
  • Hacjivah Dayimani was ruled out against Bristol Bears with a concussion but could return next week.
  • Marcel Theunissen will be sidelined for three to four months following back surgery.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Stormers Director of Rugby John Dobson has provided injury timelines for several key players ahead of their Investec Champions Cup opener against Bristol Bears. Dobson noted a crisis among loose forwards, with Hacjivah Dayimani sidelined by a concussion sustained against the Sharks. Dayimani could return next week against Scarlets, alongside Ruan Ackermann, while Keke Morabe has resumed training.

Dobson also confirmed that Marcel Theunissen will miss three to four months following back surgery. Meanwhile, Ben-Jason Dixon faces an uncertain return date due to delayed concussion symptoms, with Dobson indicating a return before the November break is unlikely.

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