Lock Marvin Orie is excited to return to Ellis Park – what he regards as the “home of the Springboks” – for the Rugby Championship finale against Argentina on Saturday.
The 30-year-old has made a total of 42 appearances in all competitions for the Stormers, and will join French Top 14 club Perpignan next season on a two-year deal.
“Personally, I perceive it to be the home of the Springboks. Altitude is also a factor at the stadium, and hopefully we can take advantage of that.”Orie is wary of the threat posed by the Argentinean forwards, and locks specifically. He added: “They are tough and feisty guys, and they don’t back off. But we revel in those contests, and we are excited about this weekend.”
“I’m incredibly inspired by a guy like Eben and what he’s done for rugby in South Africa,” said Orie of his former Tygerberg High School mate. “He’s a big leader in the team and he brings calmness in a match. That’s something that comes with experience.”
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