Guess who's back? Hanro Liebenberg, the former Junior Springboks leader and a powerhouse of a loose forward, is making a grand return to the Vodacom Bulls after a successful stint with the Leicester Tigers. The 30-year-old rugby ace is set to grace the fields of Pretoria once more, a place he called home from 2015 to 2019.
During his seven-year adventure in England, Liebenberg wasn't just kicking back and enjoying the tea. Nope, he racked up 141 appearances, dotted down 31 tries, and even captained Leicester to a Premiership title in the 2021-22 season. Talk about leaving a mark!
Bulls CEO Edgar Rathbone couldn't hide his excitement, stating,
"Bringing a player of Hanro’s calibre back to Loftus is a special moment for this union. He isn’t just a world-class loose forward; he is a man who understands the DNA of the Bulls."
Rathbone continued, emphasizing how Liebenberg's growth into a formidable leader overseas made his return an even more noteworthy event, adding a cherry on top to the culture the team has been cultivating.
For Liebenberg, the decision to return was loaded with emotion. He shared,
"This was one of the toughest decisions of my career because of how much I love Leicester, but the call of home and the opportunity to represent the Bulls again was something I couldn’t ignore."
He expressed his excitement about returning to his roots at Loftus, where his professional journey began, eager to soak in the love from the fans who've been his pillar from the start.
The return of Liebenberg isn’t just a trip down memory lane; it's a strategic move by the Bulls to bolster their squad with experienced, home-grown talent. With Liebenberg’s return, the Bulls are not just welcoming back a seasoned player, but also his family, including his wife Danielle and their child Lucah, reuniting the Liebenberg clan with the Bulls family.
As the season approaches, the anticipation among fans and teammates alike is palpable. Liebenberg’s homecoming is poised to add a new chapter to the Bulls' storied legacy, and it's one that promises some thrilling rugby action.
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Guess who's back? Hanro Liebenberg, the former Junior Springboks leader and a powerhouse of a loose forward, is making a grand return to the Vodacom Bulls after a successful stint with the Leicester Tigers. The 30-year-old rugby ace is set to grace the fields of Pretoria once more, a place he called home from 2015 to 2019.
During his seven-year adventure in England, Liebenberg wasn't just kicking back and enjoying the tea. Nope, he racked up 141 appearances, dotted down 31 tries, and even captained Leicester to a Premiership title in the 2021-22 season. Talk about leaving a mark!
Bulls CEO Edgar Rathbone couldn't hide his excitement, stating,
"Bringing a player of Hanro’s calibre back to Loftus is a special moment for this union. He isn’t just a world-class loose forward; he is a man who understands the DNA of the Bulls."
Rathbone continued, emphasizing how Liebenberg's growth into a formidable leader overseas made his return an even more noteworthy event, adding a cherry on top to the culture the team has been cultivating.For Liebenberg, the decision to return was loaded with emotion. He shared,
"This was one of the toughest decisions of my career because of how much I love Leicester, but the call of home and the opportunity to represent the Bulls again was something I couldn’t ignore."
He expressed his excitement about returning to his roots at Loftus, where his professional journey began, eager to soak in the love from the fans who've been his pillar from the start.The return of Liebenberg isn’t just a trip down memory lane; it's a strategic move by the Bulls to bolster their squad with experienced, home-grown talent. With Liebenberg’s return, the Bulls are not just welcoming back a seasoned player, but also his family, including his wife Danielle and their child Lucah, reuniting the Liebenberg clan with the Bulls family.
As the season approaches, the anticipation among fans and teammates alike is palpable. Liebenberg’s homecoming is poised to add a new chapter to the Bulls' storied legacy, and it's one that promises some thrilling rugby action.