Dillyn Leyds is set to make a rare start at flyhalf for the Stormers against the Crusaders in Christchurch on Saturday‚ although the plans might change before kick-off. Leyds‚ a Springbok winger and experienced fullback with the ability to play almost anywhere in the backline‚ was named at No10 for the Stormers’ third match of their 2018 Super Rugby campaign. Regular flyhalf Damian Willemse was not considered after suffering a haematoma on his leg during last week’s 34-27 loss to the Waratahs in Sydney. But at training on Thursday‚ fullback SP Marais suffered what coach Robbie Fleck described as a "knock to the knee" and is in doubt for the clash. Marais will be assessed on Friday but if he fails a fitness test‚ Leyds will revert to fullback with George Whitehead moving into the flyhalf position for his first Stormers start. Fleck and his team could do without such problems against the defending champions and the most successful team in Super Rugby history and one of the most formid...
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