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The Stormers fall short against RC Toulon, losing 28-27 in the Investec Champions Cup round of 16. Player ratings reveal mixed performances.
Warrick Gelant shines at fullback, providing dynamic play and good decision-making, despite one misstep. Rating: 7. Damian Willemse dazzles with a brilliant run, setting up Hacjivah Dayimani but needs more touches. Rating: 7. Captain Ruhan Nel stays solid in defense, handling Toulon’s threats effectively. Rating: 6. Dan du Plessis struggles against Juan Ignacio Brex, conceding three turnovers before being subbed early. Rating: 6. Leolin Zas excels under the high ball but lacks opportunities in attack and makes defensive misreads. Rating: 5. Jurie Matthee kicks well but struggles to create opportunities for his team. Rating: 6. Cobus Reinach shows promise, though he can't fully capitalize on his linebreak. Rating: 7.
Evan Roos scores again and works hard on both sides of the ball, positioning himself for a Springboks return. Rating: 8. Hacjivah Dayimani impresses with his carry off Willemse's offload but exits early. Rating: 6. Paul de Villiers stands out with aggressive play at the breakdown and solid tackling. Rating: 7. Connor Evans delivers a dependable performance, making tackles and managing rucks effectively.
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