United Rugby Championship: Evergreen Deon Fourie extends Stormers contract

Deon Fourie, who reached 100 caps for the Stormers in the United Rugby Championship Final, has signed a two-year contract extension in Cape Town.

Fourie was a stand-out performer for the Stormers on their march to the title in what is his second spell at the club after a period playing in France at Lyon and Grenoble. He was man of the match in the final, in which the Stormers beat the Bulls.

Belated international call

He has also received a call-up to the Springbok squad for the Test series against Wales, completing a fairytale comeback season for the hard-working 35-year-old loose forward, who can also play hooker.

“What Deon has achieved this season has been nothing short of phenomenal, so we are very happy that he has extended his stay with us,” said Stormers head coach John Dobson.

“He has been an inspirational figure for our team and has also played a key role in developing some of the young talent we have too, hopefully he will continue to go from strength to strength.”

Fourie revealed that his second stint with the Stormers had been incredibly rewarding.

“I am thrilled to extend my time with the Stormers, what our team has achieved this season with the incredible support we have got has been special and I know there is even more ahead of us,” he said.

“My family and I couldn’t be happier to be in Cape Town and I want to show my gratitude through my performances on the pitch.”