Stormers coach John Dobson says there’s no place in the game for the croc roll that injured Deon Fourie in Belfast.
The 39-year-old flank hobbled off during Friday night’s 38-38 draw against Ulster after being caught in a croc roll at the breakdown by lock Iain Henderson, who was initially yellow-carded before his sanction was upgraded to a 20-minute red.
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Dobson confirmed that Fourie has suffered medial ligament damage.
“I feel very sorry for Deon Fourie,” he said. “That type of action has to be removed from the game.
“No player can survive that. If we don’t take that out, there’s no room for turnovers and the game becomes like rugby league.”
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Fourie was in visible pain and, despite receiving treatment, left the field soon after.
“I don’t think the player meant to injure him deliberately, and I think the referee probably got it right,” Dobson added. “But it’s a big blow for us, especially with the form Deon’s been in.”
This could have been career-ending for Deon Fourie. pic.twitter.com/cOXzavopCy
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The Stormers are expected to assess the full extent of the injury in the coming days as they prepare for next week’s Vodacom URC clash against Cardiff.
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