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Stormers lose Junior World Champion to fellow SA team

TRANSFER NEWS: The Cheetahs bolstered their outside backs stock after securing the signature of a former Junior Springbok speedster.

By Angus Opperman · Rugby365

Published: Wednesday, 7 October 2026 at 8:50 AM

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Dominic Malgas has completed a permanent move from the Stormers to fellow South African side the Cheetahs.
The 21-year-old utility back primarily plays fullback and also serves as a goal-kicker.
Malgas previously represented the Junior Springboks five times and won the U20 world title in 2025.

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The Cheetahs have completed the signing of utility back Dominic Malgas from the Stormers. The 21-year-old moves to the Bloemfontein-based side following notable performances for the Western Province team throughout the 2026 Currie Cup season.

Malgas offers versatility across the back three, regularly plays fullback, and also serves as a goal-kicker. He previously represented the Junior Springboks five times and was part of the 2025 squad that won the World Rugby U20 Championship title in Italy.

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