Early Christmas gift as Bulls welcome ‘outstanding’ playmaker

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Christmas has come early as the Vodacom Bulls unwrapped the latest addition to their playing squad with the arrival of versatile backline player Chris Smit.

The 27-year-old, who plays at both centre and flyhalf, has joined the Bulls after a successful three-year stint with the Cheetahs in Bloemfontein.

Smit was schooled at Paul Roos Gymnasium before featuring for Maties in the Varsity Cup between 2015 and 2019. He then had a brief spell with Griquas in 2019 and that same year he was signed by the Cheetahs.

The utility back has signed a three-year deal with the Bulls to remain at Loftus Versfeld until 2025.

“We have been following Chris Smit’s rise very closely. He has certainly proven himself as an outstanding talent that has quite a bit to offer on the field and as a team man,” said director of rugby Jake White.

“We are very excited to have Chris as part of our squad. We have a tough season ahead with the Vodacom United Rugby Championship, the Champions Cup and the Currie Cup awaiting us. Chris’ contribution will prove invaluable in these campaigns. We wish him the very best at the Vodacom Bulls.”

Smit’s arrival at Loftus Versfeld follows that of wing Sbu Nkosi, centre Wandisile Simelane and loose forwards Mihlali Mosi and Phumzile Maqondwana. These new recruits signed for the Bulls after the arrival of prop Dylan Smith and lock Ruan Vermaak.

The Bulls will get their URC campaign under way with an away derby against the Lions in round one on 17 September.

Photo: Johan Rynners/Vodacom Bulls

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