Heinke van der Merwe

Heinke van der Merwe (born 3 May 1985) is a South African professional rugby union player. His first tour with the Springboks was to France, Italy, Ireland & England in late 2009 where he played in one test and two touring matches.

In June 2010, van der Merwe joined Leinster on a 2-year contract, replacing CJ van der Linde at the province.

In November 2012, van der Merwe was called up to the South African squad for their European tour, due to injury cover.

He joined Stade Francais for the 2013/14 season.

Honours Test debut: 24 November 2007 vs in Cardiff aged 22 Last test: 18 July 2015 vs in Brisbane aged 30 Total tests: 5 Tour matches: 3 Total Springbok matches: 4 Win ratio: 4–1–0 Tours: Wales & England, 2007 France, Italy, Ireland & England, 2009 Ireland, Scotland & England, 2012 Rugby Championship 2015 SA Under-19 Player of the Season, 2004 Heineken Cup with Leinster - 2011, 2012 Pro 12 League winner with Leinster - 2013 French Top 14 winner with Stade Français - 2015