Deon Fourie revels in Springbok call-up 'bonus' ahead of URC final

Stormers loose forward Deon Fourie stressed the point that when he returned to South Africa from France it was to show he still had it in him to compete at a high level.

Stormers head coach John Dobson did not hesitate to rope him into his United Rugby Championship (URC) team and he has produced the goods, which earned him a Springbok call-up at the age of 35.

Fourie finished the season having proved just how industrious he can be at the breakdown (most turnovers won).

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On Sunday, he will join 42 other players in the Springbok camp as they prepare for a three-Test series against Wales.

Fourie has been included as a utility loose forward, something which left many curious.

"I'll find out [where I'll slot in] when I join the squad this weekend," Fourie said.

"Utility can mean eighth-man as well, so I'll have a chat to the coaches when I see them."

The seasoned Stormers veteran told reporters that when he returned to South African shores it was to show he still could play good rugby and whatever happened from his minutes on the field would merely be a "bonus".

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Fourie is one of eight uncapped players in the squad including Elrigh Louw, Evan Roos, Ruan Nortje, Ntuthuko Mchunu, Kurt-Lee Arendse, Grant Williams and Salmaan Moerat.

For Stormers attack coach Dawie Snyman, the good presentation in the national set-up is always a boon for the team.

Other Stormers representatives in the Springbok squad include Damian Willemse, Warrick Gelant, Herschel Jantjies, Marvin Orie, Frans Malherbe and Steven Kitshoff.

"It's great... we always want to do well in competitions