SUPER RUGBY MEDIA GUIDE 2014 LIONS 279 MICHAEL BONDESIO Position: Scrumhalf Physical: 177cm/86kg Date of Birth: 10 March 1985 Place of Birth: Middelburg, RSA Super Rugby Caps: 7 Super Rugby Points: 5 Super Rugby Debut: Round 1, 2012 vs Cheetahs, Johannesburg Test Caps: 0 Test Points: 0 Test Debut – Michael Bondesio made his debut for the Golden Lions during the squad’s successful 2011 Currie Cup tournament, and has since grown from strength to strength. Renowned for his outstanding work ethic, fitness, agility and risktaking on the pitch, Bondesio is a capable leader who previously represented the Leopards (2007-10). The Middleburg-born scrumhalf made his Super Rugby debut in 2012 and there is no doubt he is raring to go after the Lions’ re‑admission to the competition. Away from rugby, Bondesio has a degree in teaching. MARNITZ BOSHOFF @marnitzbos Position: Utility Back Physical: 179cm/86kg Date of Birth: 11 January 1989 Place of Birth: Nelspruit, RSA Super Rugby Caps: 0 Super Rugby Points: 0 Super Rugby Debut: – Test Caps: 0 Test Points: 0 Test Debut – Utility back Marnitz Boshoff had a brilliant 2013 season after joining the Golden Lions from Griquas. The 25-year-old made the number 10 jersey his own, while regular flyhalf Elton Jantjies spent several months on loan at the Stormers. He was the highest point-scorer in the 2013 Currie Cup and has earned himself the reputation as one of the most reliable goal‑kickers in the country. Previously, Boshoff represented the Blue Bulls, making 24 appearances between 2008 and 2011.
2014 Super Rugby Media Guide
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