Lukhanyo Vokozela

Lukhanyo Vokozela is a flanker who operates in the back row for the Stormers, the Cape Town-based franchise that competes in the United Rugby Championship and the Currie Cup. Born on 5 February 2002, he is a loose forward whose game centres on physicality — aggressive defensive work, a presence at the breakdown and a willingness to carry the ball into contact. Vokozela looks to make an impact in the collision areas, contesting for turnover ball and providing defensive intensity that helps set the tone for his pack. As a flanker, his responsibilities span the field: he is expected to be busy at the rucks, reliable in the tackle and supportive in attack, offering the kind of work rate that loose-forward play demands. He brings energy to transition moments, working to slow opposition ball and to spark his own side's momentum. Coming through in a Stormers system known for producing hard-edged forwards, Vokozela is developing the consistency and craft required at senior level. His physical approach and appetite for the contact areas make him a useful contributor to the Stormers' forward effort as he continues to establish himself in the squad.