Western Province confirm Grobbler used banned stimulant

Western Province Rugby on Tuesday confirmed lock Gerbrandt Grobler tested positive for a banned substance during the 2014 Currie Cup.

"Up until now, given the sensitive nature of the allegations, WP Rugby was unable to comment on the matter," it said in a statement.

"However, as of this morning, Grobler signed an admission of guilt after choosing not to contest the case against him and thus accept the sanctions."

The punishment handed down for Grobler, 22, after testing positive for the steroid Drostanolone would be a two-year ban for the lock.

"WP Rugby has and will continue to educate its players about using only approved supplements. We will also continue to promote drug-free sport and assist the SA Institute for Drug-Free Sport wherever possible."