Africa-Press – South-Africa. Stormers coach John Dobson praised Hacjivah Dayimani’s
increased work rate and abrasiveness as the Stormers go into the bye week
filled with happiness.Dayimani didn’t finish the Stormers’ 19-17 win against the
Bulls on Saturday because of being sin-binned for a high tackle on Kurt-Lee
Arendse.However, he was voted as man-of-the-match and scored the Stormers’
only try, but one that ensured the Stormers are fifth on the overall log and
top of the South African conference. Dobson didn’t have an issue with referee Frank Murphy’s
decision to yellow card Dayimani, but was chuffed with the loose-forward’s
output. “He’s been outstanding and when he played three of
those local derbies, we how much work he does,” Dobson said.”He’s got a powerful story and it’s difficult to believe
that he’s 23. We know what he brings on attack, but he also covers a lot of
ground, but I also have no qualms with what happened to him.”URC Log StandingsSuperb showings from flyhalf Manie Libbok and utility back
Damian Willemse underpinned the Stormers’ ninth win of the season.The Stormers’ forwards also put in a big shift, with Dobson
saying they were slightly sluggish with the attacking breakdowns. “A department where I think we were poor was in the attacking
breakdown. I think we gave away at least three penalties there,” Dobson
said.”There were glimpses of our intent and the game didn’t
end up as a massive arm-wrestle, so we didn’t get what we wanted in terms of
flow.”I know how good Damian was at 12, but with Warrick Gelant
out, I think he was outstanding and also, we don’t train drop goals.”There was an air of authority with regards to Manie
and I thought he was spot on with his kicking game, it was a really mature
performance by Manie.”One of the most improved aspects of the Stormers’ game is
their attacking game, with the output from the 9/10/15 axis being crucial, along
with the kick-chase that the wingers have been excelling in from their kicking
game.Dobson said he was pleased with how they balanced their game
to suit different match needs. “We have developed our attack well and no one enjoyed
the lockdown and the same could be said of the Bulls,” Dobson said.”I’m happy with how we’ve developed our game and our improved
kicking game has created opportunities for us to counter very well.”I’m pleased with our balance at the moment.”
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