Banned Dyantyi’s agonising wait for defence
The Springbok winger is awaiting a hearing on his alleged doping offences.
Aphiwe Dyantyi is awaiting on the final word on his return to action. Picture: Mike Hewitt/Getty Images
Aphiwe Dyantyi’s long wait for clarity on his rugby future continues.
According to SARugbymag, the 26-year-old Lions and Springbok winger has submitted his statement of defence in response to being provisionally suspended for testing positive for banned substances last year.
One of his legal representatives confirmed to the publication that Dyantyi is now merely awaiting a hearing date South African Institute for Drug Free Sport (Saifs).
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