Heinke van der Merwe
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Heinke van der Merwe is a professional South African rugby union rugby player. His first tour with the Springboks was to France, Italy, Ireland & England in late 2009 where he played in one test and two touring matches.
In June 2010, van der Merwe joined Leinster
on a 2 year contract, replacing CJ van der Linde
at the province. This will likely halt his international career for the time being.
In June 2010, van der Merwe joined Leinster
Leinster Rugby
Leinster Rugby, usually referred to simply as Leinster, is an Irish professional rugby union team based in Dublin, representing the Irish province of Leinster, that competes in the RaboDirect Pro 12 and also competes in the Heineken Cup...
on a 2 year contract, replacing CJ van der Linde
CJ van der Linde
CJ van der Linde is a South African rugby union footballer. His usual position is prop. He played for Leinster Rugby in the international Magners League from 2008–10, and currently plays for the Stormers....
at the province. This will likely halt his international career for the time being.
Honours
- Test debut: 24 November 2007 vs Wales in Cardiff aged 22
- Last test: 24 November 2007 vs Wales in Cardiff aged 22
- Total tests: 1
- Tour matches: 3
- Total Springbok matches: 4
- Win ratio: 1–0–0
- Tours:
- Wales & England, 2007
- France, Italy, Ireland & England, 2009
- SA Under-19 Player of the Season, 2004