Scrum-half
Faf de Klerk
Faf de Klerk is a South African scrum-half and two-time Rugby World Cup winner (2019, 2023) known for his tactical kicking and game management.
South Africa · 60 caps for South Africa (Springboks) (2016-)
Age 34 · 1.72m · 88kg
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Background
Faf de Klerk is a South African professional rugby union scrum-half and one of the most influential players of his generation. A two-time Rugby World Cup winner with the South Africa (2019, 2023), de Klerk is renowned for his exceptional tactical kicking, game management, and leadership. Despite his lack of size, he has established himself as one of the finest scrum-halves in world rugby. De Klerk has played for the Sharks, Sale Sharks, Yokohama Canon Eagles, and the South Africa, earning 60 international caps.
Honours
- Rugby World Cup winner 2019 and 2023
Career
- Sharks (2012-2018)
- Sale Sharks (2018-2022)
- Yokohama Canon Eagles (2022-2026)
- Cheetahs (2026-present)
- South Africa (60 caps, 2 Rugby World Cups)
Strengths
- Tactical Kicking
- Game Management
- Leadership
- Decision Making
- Scrum Technique
- Competitive Spirit
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