Stormers boss John Dobson looking for intensity against Connacht

Stormers boss John Dobson says they will play with more intensity against Connacht on Saturday night. Picture: by Cole Cruickshank/Gallo Images.The main reason why Dobson wants his troops to have a ferocious start to the game is because they will be playing in a 4G pitch, which is known to be quick. A conservative start to the game could see the Stormers try to catch up with the match’s pace as Connacht will want to accelerate the proceedings.

For Connacht, this clash is a do-or-die because a defeat could blow their aspirations of making the knockout stages of the URC. Currently, the Irish province is in ninth place on the URC points table with 44 points while the Stormers are in fifth place with 50 points.With Connacht’s campaign somewhat on the line, Dobson is expecting them to fight on Saturday to keep their season alive.

“We know Connacht are treating this like a final, if they don’t win this they are gone. They are known as a team of fighters especially at The Sportsground. They are going to be absolutely desperate and we are as well, that’s the truth,” Dobson said. “Not only do we want the top seven, but we want to finish as high as we can for our own pride and history in the URC. So it’s a high-pressure game,” he said. Jake White pushing for the Bulls to play their best rugby

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