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Junior Springbok Kai Pratt Faces Possible Doping Ban

A B‑sample test will determine whether the South African Institute for Drug‑Free Sport opens a formal hearing with potential sanctions for the 18‑year‑old prop.

Overview

  • An A‑sample taken on April 10 returned an adverse analytical finding for an anabolic steroid in Kai Pratt’s test.
  • Pratt has requested B‑sample analysis and SAIDS says no hearing has been set and no sanction has been imposed.
  • The Sharks say the matter is confidential and confirmed Pratt is recovering from a serious foot injury that required surgery and a roughly six‑month rehab.
  • Under SAIDS procedure a ban only follows a formal charge and adjudication so the B‑sample result will decide whether the case moves to a hearing that could affect Pratt’s playing future.
  • SAIDS says it continues anti‑doping education with youth provincial teams and notes laboratory scheduling and the athlete’s choices will shape the timeline for the next steps.