The Sharks have moved swiftly to secure the long-term future of rising Springbok star Ethan Hooker, extending the versatile back’s contract until 2029.

Hooker had already committed his future to the Durban outfit until 2027 after a breakthrough 2024 season, but his rapid development over the last 18 months has convinced the Sharks to further reward one of their brightest young talents.

At just 23 years old, Hooker has quickly become a key figure in the squad being assembled under coach JP Pietersen, with the franchise viewing him as a cornerstone for years to come.

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Ethan Hooker’s Meteoric Rise

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