Proud Plumtree intimates his 'Weekend Special' can deliver at Bok level too: 'Climbing right up'

Sharks coach John Plumtree - perhaps because he hasn't had many positives to rave about in a difficult season - isn't really in the business of being effusive and liberal with his praise, which says everything you need to know about Aphelele Fassi's resurgence.

The 26-year-old fullback was labelled as "outstanding" by the New Zealander following an individual showing in the URC victory over Edinburgh that was worthy of his affectionate nickname, the "Weekend Special".