De Klerk's tackle numbers stand out immediately — averaging 8.6 per match across 14 appearances, with a single-game peak of 19, he carries a heavy defensive workload at lock. His carrying is functional rather than prolific, contributing steadily through contact without dominating ball-in-hand metrics. The combination of high tackle volume and consistent minutes suggests a player built around physicality and defensive reliability at the set-piece and breakdown.
Tiaan De Klerk is a professional rugby union lock registered with the Pumas, the South Africa-based franchise. He forms part of the matchday squad and is tasked with winning lineout ball and adding grunt in the second row.
As a lock, Tiaan features for the Pumas across the United Rugby Championship, the Currie Cup and European club competition, with home fixtures played at South Africa in South Africa.
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