Frans Steyn - Injuries ahead of Western Province

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The Toyota Cheetahs have been dealt a potential major injury blow ahead of their important Currie Cup clash against Western Province in Bloemfontein.
Franco Smith Jr, who was set to start at flyhalf, injured his ankle in training on Tuesday and is highly doubtful to play.
In addition, Tiaan Swanepoel will spend several weeks on the sidelines with a grade one groin injury.
Cheetahs coach Frans Steyn says that from next week he should have a handful of players returning from injury.
13 Aug 2025 5AM English South Africa Sports · Sports

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