Stormers vs La Rochelle: The top peformers

The defending Champions Cup Champions La Rochelle put on a valiant display in the second half, win 21-22 against the stormers earlier today, after trailing 13-0 at the half. The South African side put on a valiant display in the final seconds of the match scoring a try that left them needing the two extra points from the conversion to snatch the game. However Manie Libbok could not repeat his heroics from the last game. However, after such an intense game, we take a look at the 3 of the best players on the day.

Damien Willemse

After starting in the inside centre position, Willemse showed that he was never out of position putting on an excellent attacking display with 109 metres gained from 9 carries, while beating 3 defenders. 4 passes, one offload and 6 tackles on defensive was how Willemse ended his day at the office.

Gregory Alldritt

The French and La Rochelle captian proved why he is amongst the best in the world with his performance that see's his team go one step closer to defending their crown. Off 11 carries, Alldritt gained 38 metres, all while beating 4 defenders and completing 6 tackles which saw him score a try. Alldritt was also strong on the defensive end completing 11 tackles.

Tawera Kerr-Barlow

The Scrum-half was a general on the field leading the distribution numbers with 62 passes while gaining 20 metres of ground from 7 carries beating one defender in the process. 13 tackles on the defensive completed complemented his excellent attacking skills on the day.