26 October 2026
The Vodacom Bulls have released a squad medical update ahead of their next Vodacom United Rugby Championship match against the Scarlets on Saturday at 17:00 SAST.
This medical assessment details the availability and recovery timelines of several key backline players. Management will finalise selection options based on the medical staff's ongoing clearances.
Flyhalf Handre Pollard has undergone a scan for a hamstring complaint to evaluate the extent of the damage. His fitness will be confirmed once the clinical results have been fully assessed. No definitive timeline has been set for his return to the pitch.
Wing and centre Canan Moodie has returned to training under the Head Injury Assessment (HIA) return-to-play protocols. However, he will not be considered for selection for this week's fixture. The coaching staff will monitor his progress through the standard recovery phases.
Wing Cheswill Jooste has undergone an operation for a broken cheekbone sustained in recent action. Having been concussed during the match against Ulster, he faces a mandatory two-week stand-down under HIA protocols. Extended rest has also been recommended by medical professionals to ensure full recovery.
Centre Sango Xamlashe will not be considered for selection this week despite completing his required HIA protocols. This follows a concussion suffered during Saturday's match. He remains under observation to ensure all health criteria are met.
Scrumhalf Embrose Papier is currently recovering from an ankle operation. He will remain sidelined and out of action for several weeks. Meanwhile, wing Thaakir Abrahams is expected to recover from a hamstring injury within one week.