Bok prop Thomas du Toit reportedly turns down mega French offer to rejoin Sharks

Du Toit is said to be rejoining the Sharks instead of taking up a lucrative deal with French giants Bordeaux when his current contract with English Premiership champions Bath ends this season.

The front-rower has become an integral part of Bath's success under former Bok assistant coach Johann van Graan since joining the club from the Sharks in 2023.

His two young children and the support network he and his wife would have in Durban are understood to be the main reasons for his decision.

Meanwhile, fellow Springbok prop Vincent Koch has no plans to retire any time soon. His contract with the Sharks runs until June next year, but he is expected to continue playing for at least another two years. It remains unclear, however, whether the 35-year-old will stay in Durban or move elsewhere.

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