About Lionel Cronjé
Born 1989. Lionel Cronjé is a South African rugby union player.
Lionel Cronjé (born 25 May 1989) is a South African rugby union footballer, currently playing for The Sharks in the Carling Currie Cup. He is a versatile back-line player who can operate as a fly-half or full-back.
Career
Cronjé previously played for the Stormers and Western Province before making the move north ahead of the 2012 Super Rugby season. He could play only five matches for the Blue Bulls due to a chest injury suffered in a gruesome wrestling match outside of Hatfield Square with Trevor Nyakane February 2012.
He joined the for 2013 and the for 2014.
He returned to South Africa later in 2014, signing a two-year deal with Durban-based side the . He was released by the Sharks in November 2015.
He joined Japanese Top League side Toyota Verblitz for the 2017–18 season.
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Frequently asked questions
Who is Lionel Cronjé?
South African rugby union footballer
When was Lionel Cronjé born?
Lionel Cronjé was born on 25 May 1989 in Bloemfontein.
What is Lionel Cronjé's occupation?
Lionel Cronjé is a rugby union player.
What nationality is Lionel Cronjé?
Lionel Cronjé is South African.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Lionel Cronjé. https://biography.guide/lionel-cronje/
MLA: "Lionel Cronjé." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/lionel-cronje/.
Chicago: "Lionel Cronjé." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/lionel-cronje/.
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