Across 61 matches, Fourie's defensive output stands out — averaging seven tackles per game, with a single-match peak of 20, pointing to a player who is consistently at the heart of the defensive effort. He complements that with reliable ball-carrying, accumulating over 600 metres from close to 200 carries, and his nine tries show he finds himself in the right place when it matters. His minutes-to-contribution ratio across multiple competitions paints the picture of a durable, high-intensity flanker.
Born on 25 September 1986, Deon is 40 years old, stands 178cm (5′10″) tall and weighs 98kg. Deon has been capped by South Africa at international level.
Deon Fourie is a professional rugby union flanker registered with the DHL Stormers, the Cape Town-based franchise. He forms part of the matchday squad and is tasked with hunting turnovers and carrying as a loose forward.
As a flanker, Deon features for the DHL Stormers across the United Rugby Championship, the Currie Cup and European club competition, with home fixtures played at DHL Stadium in Cape Town.
Follow Deon Fourie's match appearances, fixtures, results and the latest DHL Stormers news on Octafield — South Africa's home of rugby.
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