Stormers milestone beckons for Kebble ahead of Harlequins test

The loosehead is set to bring up his 50th appearance for the Cape side when they battle the Harlequins in the Investec Champions Cup on Sunday.

Kebble first came through the Stormers system in 2014 before departing in 2017, later establishing himself at Glasgow Warriors and earning Scotland honours in 2020.

After several seasons abroad, the 33-year-old says coming back to Cape Town, where he grew up supporting the Stormers, has been made even more meaningful by the presence of his young family and a strong support network.

"I was very excited to join a team like this and to play for the Stormers again was something I wasn't sure was going to happen, but now that it's happened, it's a dream come true.

"We've got a young child now, and having a support structure around us is a good thing, and representing the Stormers and wearing this badge is incredibly special."

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Kebble returned to the Stormers in September 2025 after a stint in France with Oyonnax, where he featured regularly in the Pro D2 campaign.

Since rejoining, he has been struck by the demanding training environment under the current coaching group, describing a culture where intensity is non-negotiable.

The experienced prop says the competitive edge within the squad means training sessions often mirror match-day standards.

"Whoever is playing and whoever isn't playing, we always try to challenge one another. Training sessions are almost more difficult than games sometimes and I think that's what has bred the scrum culture we take into matches and have been quite successful with, but it's not just down to the front rowers."

Turning his attention to Sunday’s Champions Cup clash at Twickenham Stoop, Kebble expects a bruising encounter against the Quins, regardless of the English side’s recent domestic struggles.

He says the Stormers pack is relishing the challenge up front.

Kebble has also embraced his role as one of the senior figures in a Stormers squad filled with emerging talent.

"I think a lot of the guys don't need my advice, they are already very good, but I think part of why I enjoy being back is helping the youngsters where I can."