Former Bulls and Sharks speedster S’bu Nkosi has reportedly lined up a trial opportunity with a view to resuming his rugby career in the Currie Cup.

According to RugbyPass, Nkosi is set to be thrown a rugby lifeline by the Cheetahs.

The 28-year-old is due to start training in Bloemfontein this week after lining up a one-year contract to play in the Currie Cup.

Nkosi, whose off-field problems are well-documented, reached a mutual agreement with the Bulls to terminate his contract early last June.

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That was the final straw for director of rugby Jake White, who responded with a damning public assessment on Nkosi’s form, as well as the Springbok winger’s future at the Pretoria outfit.

Nevertheless, the 2019 Rugby World Cup winner, who has scored nine tries in 16 Tests, has been given another opportunity to restore his reputation.