WP vs Boland: Currie Cup Clash! Big Guns Return - Who Will Conquer?

By: Marcelo Colombo Published On: 06/09/2025

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Currie Cup Showdown: Western Province Faces Boland in Cape Town Thriller

Cape Town is set to ignite this Saturday as Western Province (WP) and Boland Cavaliers clash in a crucial Currie Cup encounter. Boland welcomes back experienced lock Marlyn Williams, a significant boost to their forward pack. Williams, who previously captained the Cavaliers, returns from injury and slots straight into the second row, with Jurie van Vuuren moving to the bench.

The backline also sees changes for Boland. Chriswill September returns at scrumhalf, partnering with flyhalf Juan Mostert. David Brits reclaims the No. 13 jersey, pushing Erik Lambrecht to the bench. A late injury to James Tedder sees Domenic Smit taking over at fullback. Excitingly, Jayden Bantom, who joined Boland from Eastern Province, could make his Currie Cup debut off the bench.

Llewellyn Classen takes over as hooker cover, Lamla Nunu comes in at loosehead, and Mthokozisi Gumede shifts to tighthead cover. Van Vuuren provides loose forward depth with Khwezi Mafu sidelined.

Boland's Strong Position vs. WP's Determination

Boland currently sits second on the log as they approach the final round of league-stage matches. While WP is still searching for their first win, they've been strengthened by the inclusion of Stormers players seeking game time before the Vodacom URC resumes, making them a formidable opponent.

Boland Cavaliers Team Lineup

15 Domenic Smit
14 Donavan Don
13 David Brits
12 Lunathi Nxele
11 Xavier Mitchell
10 Juan Mostert
9 Chriswill September
8 Thurlow Marsh (c)
7 Sibusiso Sangweni
6 Sauliegh Arendse
5 Marlyn Williams
4 Michael Benadie
3 Dayan van der Westhuizen
2 Sidney Tobias
1 Wayrin Losper

Bench: 16 Llewellyn Classen, 17 Lamla Nunu, 18 Mthokozisi Gumede, 19 Ameer Hendricks, 20 Jurie van Vuuren, 21 Louis Schreuder, 22 Erik Lambrecht, 23 Jayden Bantom.

This Cape derby promises to be a hard-fought battle, with both teams having plenty to play for. Will Boland maintain their strong position, or will WP finally break their duck? Tune in to find out!