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The Bulls they are awaiting scan results to see if Handre Pollard will be available for their next United Rugby Championship game against the struggling Scarlets.
Pollard suffered a hamstring injury in the Bulls’ 34-26 win over URC Ulster and his ability will be confirmed when the results are evaluated.
Meanwhile, URC’s third-placed team provided updates on fellow Boks wing/centre Canan Moodie and scrum-half Embrose Papier.
Moodie has returned to training under Head Injury Assessment (HIA) protocols. He will not be considered for selection this week while Papier recovers from ankle surgery and will be out for several weeks.
In other injury news, the Bulls have confirmed that winger Cheswill Jooste has undergone surgery for a broken cheekbone. After suffering a head injury against Ulster, the speedster faces a mandatory two-week rest period under HIA protocols and extended rest has been recommended.
Center Sango Xamlashe will not be considered for selection this week after completing HIA protocols following concussion in Saturday’s match, while winger Thakir Abrahams is not expected to be out for more than a week with a hamstring injury.
