Proud Plumtree intimates his 'Weekend Special' can deliver at Bok level too: 'Climbing right up'
Sharks fullback Aphelele Fassi was superb in this past weekend's victory over Edinburgh at Kings Park.
Sharks coach John Plumtree - perhaps because he hasn't had many positives to rave about in a difficult season - isn't really in the business of being effusive and liberal with his praise, which says everything you need to know about Aphelele Fassi's resurgence. The 26-year-old fullback was labelled as"outstanding" by the New Zealander following an individual showing in the URC victory over Edinburgh that was worthy of his affectionate nickname, the"Weekend Special".South Africans need to be in the know if we want to create a prosperous future. News24 has kept the country informed for 25 years, and we're about to enter a new chapter of fearless journalism.
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