Matome 'Dux' Manyama - First European tour with the Cheetahs

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The new Toyota Cheetahs prop, Matome Manyama, is locked and loaded for his first tour to Europe with the team following a late call-up.
Manyama has been included in the touring squad for the EPCR Challenge Cup games against Zebre of Italy and Lyon of France, at the expense of the injured veteran Schalk Ferreira.
Manyama, who joined the Cheetahs from the North West University Eagles, made his debut during the Toyota Challenge in Bloemfontein last year.
Manyama told OFM Sport that he is bubbling with excitement.
9 Jan 2025 12AM English South Africa Sports · Sports

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