While Cheslin Kolbe’s arrival boosts the wings, the Stormers’ defensive frailty during Ruhan Nel's absence proves John Dobson urgently needs a long-term number 13.

It is understood that the Springbok winger Cheslin Kolbe is set to leave his Japanese club, Tokyo Suntory Sungoliath, to return to the Stormers.

Springbok star Cheslin Kolbe has confirmed he is leaving Tokyo Suntory Sungoliath to return to South Africa for family reasons, with a move to the Stormers on the cards.