The feisty ball-carrying hooker will be very keen to establish himself as a front-line option for coach Frans Ludeke after a frustrating 2013 season. Having debuted for the Vodacom Bulls in 2012 but not making the squad in 2013 would not have been enjoyed by this competitive player, who responded with some stellar performances in the Absa Currie Cup later in the season.
Strong in the carry and with an uncanny knack of making try-saving tackles, the 2014 season could be a breakthrough one for the 22 year old hooker. A great line-out thrower, Mbonambi will strive for regular game time in a competitive berth.