WASHINGTON, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA – JUNE 02: Jason Jenkins of South Africa takes the field before the International match between South Africa and Wales at RFK Stadium on June 02, 2018 in Washington, United States of America. (Photo by Scott Taetsch/Gallo Images)
Sharks continue its Springbok splurge
There’s just no stopping the Sharks when it comes to spending big money on transfers. The Durban-based side has locked in yet another capped Springbok for the new season.
WASHINGTON, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA – JUNE 02: Jason Jenkins of South Africa takes the field before the International match between South Africa and Wales at RFK Stadium on June 02, 2018 in Washington, United States of America. (Photo by Scott Taetsch/Gallo Images)
The Sharks have announced the acquisition of lanky Springbok lock Jason Jenkins to boost their already stacked second row next season.
The 28-year-old Jenkins made his only Test appearance for the Springboks against Wales in Washington DC in 2018, but was called up to the wider training group in preparation for the 2023 Rugby World Cup.
Having enjoyed overseas stints with Toyota Verblitz and Munster previously, Jenkins joined Leinster in 2022, but a shortage of game time at the Irish province has now led to his departure and the subsequent move to the Sharks.
The Sharks confirmed the signing of Jenkins on Tuesday afternoon, making him one of several new recruits announced by the franchise in recent weeks, with Springboks world champions Andre Esterhuizen and Trevor Nyakane also set to move to Durban.
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