De Klerk's tackle numbers stand out as the defining feature of his game, averaging close to nine per match across seven appearances and peaking at 19 in a single outing — a workrate that marks him as a primary defensive resource at lock. His carrying contribution is modest but reliable, suggesting his role is built around contest and collision defence rather than ball-in-hand. With over 440 minutes logged across two competitions, he offers the kind of durability and defensive consistency that teams rely on from their engine-room forwards.
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.
Follow Tiaan De Klerk's match appearances, fixtures, results and the latest Pumas news on Octafield — South Africa's home of rugby.
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