Junior Pokomela rugby player
Junior Pokomela rugby player

Junior Pokomela

10th Dec 1996 1.90m/101kg No. 8

Junior Pokomela is a talented and promising South African loose forward who has made his mark in professional rugby. He showcased his skills early in his career when he represented South Africa Schools in 2014, demonstrating his potential on the national stage.

In 2015, Pokomela joined the Eastern Province Academy, where he continued to develop his rugby abilities. He had the opportunity to represent NMMU (Nelson Mandela University) and the senior Eastern Province side, gaining valuable experience and exposure to higher levels of competition.

His impressive performances did not go unnoticed, and in 2016, Pokomela earned a spot in the South Africa U20 squad for the Junior World Championship. This selection further validated his talent and potential as a future rugby star.

The Cheetahs, impressed by his skills and work ethic, offered Pokomela a contract, and he joined the team in 2017. He made his Super Rugby debut against the Chiefs, marking a significant milestone in his professional career. In March 2018, he extended his commitment to the Cheetahs for an additional two seasons, further solidifying his place in the team.

In April 2020, Pokomela signed a new deal, extending his stay with the Cheetahs until October 2022. However, his journey took an exciting turn when he joined the Stormers on loan at the beginning of the United Rugby Championship. His impressive performances during his loan period led to a permanent contract with the Stormers in 2022, emphasizing his growing reputation and value as a player.

In May 2022, Pokomela signed a three-year deal with the Stormers, securing his place in the team until at least 2024. With his athleticism, skill set, and potential, Pokomela is poised to make significant contributions to the Stormers and continue his upward trajectory in South African rugby.


KG(19/05/2023)



Career

image Springbok Green
No. 8
2020 - present
image Southern Kings
No. 8
2016 - 2017
sa South Africa U20's
No. 8
2016 - 2017
NMMU_Madibaz NMMU Madibaz
No. 8
2017 - 2017
image Cheetahs
No. 8
2016 - 2021
image (11) Free State Cheetahs
No. 8
2017 - 2021
image (12) Western Province
No. 8
2022 - 2024
stormers Stormers
No. 8
2021 - 2024