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The DHL Stormers have secured the signature of double Rugby World Cup-winning Springbok scrumhalf Cobus Reinach, who will join the Cape Town-based side ahead of the 2025/26 season. This move marks Reinach’s return to South African rugby after a seven-year stint in England and France.
Reinach, capped 39 times for the Springboks, brings a wealth of international experience and a proven track record on the world’s biggest stages. Renowned for his blistering pace and precision delivery, the 33-year-old will bolster the Stormers’ dynamic playing style, which has gained widespread acclaim in recent seasons.
Stormers Director of Rugby John Dobson expressed his enthusiasm for the acquisition, emphasizing Reinach’s value both on and off the field. “Cobus has proven himself a threat at the highest level of the game, and we are expecting him to fit in seamlessly here,” Dobson said. “His considerable experience will be vital as we develop the next generation of young talent, with the likes of Imad Khan and Asad Moos set to benefit greatly from working closely with him.
“His attacking abilities are well-known, but he is also a player with great rugby IQ. Given his knowledge of European conditions and opposition, he will provide plenty of value on and off the pitch,” Dobson added.
Reinach, who was part of the Springbok squads that won the 2019 and 2023 World Cups, shared his excitement about returning to South Africa. “It will obviously be great for my family and I to return home, but what is just as exciting for me is to join a team playing such a great brand of rugby,” Reinach said. “I know a lot of the DHL Stormers players well, and I feel that I have a lot to offer within their game model. I’m looking forward to connecting with my new teammates and coaches when I move down to Cape Town at the end of the season.”
Stormers Rugby CEO Johan le Roux highlighted the strategic importance of signing a player of Reinach’s caliber. “Cobus is a premier talent, and we are thrilled to have someone of his quality coming in to bolster our squad,” Le Roux said. “While the primary focus will always be on developing local talent, it is also important that our coaching staff are on the lookout for strategic acquisitions at the top end of the game that will help take us forward.”
Reinach’s return is expected to not only elevate the Stormers’ performance in local and European competitions but also provide mentorship for the next generation of players, solidifying the team’s long-term vision.
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