Stormers star Leolin Zas hoping to celebrate 100th cap with ‘special win’ in Galway
The winger reaches a special Stormers milestone in their URC match against Connacht on Friday night.
Veteran Stormers wing Leolin Zas is set to celebrate a significant milestone in his career when he plays his 100th game for the team as they begin their United Rugby Championship (URC) campaign against Connacht in Galway on Friday night. Zas, a local from the Western Cape, started his senior career with the Stormers in 2016, but a two-season stint with the Sharks and several injuries delayed his path to the 100-cap mark by a decade.
After overcoming his injury concerns and returning to the Stormers in 2020, Zas has become a crucial player for the team, finishing as the URC's top try scorer during their title-winning 2021/22 season. Last season, Zas faced two yellow cards, which prevented him from playing every minute of their URC campaign, as the Stormers reached the semifinals.
In Galway, Zas expressed his surprise at finally reaching this milestone and his eagerness to celebrate the occasion with a win, crediting his coaches and teammates for believing in him. While a home celebration would have been even more special, Zas is grateful for the opportunity and aims to give his best effort in the match. The Stormers kick off their 2026/27 URC campaign with a two-game tour of the UK, facing Edinburgh in Scotland the following week, and Zas is eager to make an impact in both matches and help his team start the season on the right foot.
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