Sako Makata

Sako Makata is a powerful and physical loose forward who brings significant defensive grit and breakdown presence to the Stormers' pack. Having developed through the Western Province pathways, his career highlights include representing South Africa at Under-20 level and contributing to the Stormers' 2022 United Rugby Championship title win. He typically serves as a robust and reliable option from the bench, providing impactful carrying and strong defensive work in the forward exchanges.