JP Pietersen is back in Black and White
Earlier this week, the Sharks announced that club legend JP Pietersen would be joining their Currie Cup squad for the 2019 campaign.
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Pietersen, who served the franchise for more than a decade between 2005 and 2016, rejoined the Sharks in training this week.
The utility back made a name for himself in both the Currie Cup and Super Rugby formats. He racked up more than 150 appearances on his way to becoming a firm fan favourite for those who made their way to Growthpoint Kings Park on a weekly basis.
He earned himself a call up to the national team ahead of the 2006 Tri-Nations, where he made his debut against New Zealand. Pietersen went on to establish himself as a 1st XV starter, with Bryan Habana on the other wing, which lead the Springboks to world glory at the 2007 World Cup.
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The 32-year-old made his first move abroad in 2013, signing a three-year contract with Japanese Top League side, Panasonic Wild Knights. However, he still played a role in the Sharks setup up until the end of the 2016 Super Rugby campaign.
Pietersen made a permanent move away from the Durban based team heading into the 2017 season, signing a one-year contract with English side Leicester Tigers. He then switched to French giants Toulon for a two-year stay in the Top 14.
However, he is back home now and fans are extremely excited to see their hero in action again.
Bring it home boys!