Overview
- The Sharks announced that the Springbok scrumhalf will leave when his contract ends in June to join an unnamed Japanese club.
- Coaches expect Jaden Hendrikse and Ross Braude to step into the No. 9 role for the Durban side.
- Rassie Erasmus has regularly selected Japan- and Europe-based players, so Williams remains in contention for national duty.
- Williams, 29, featured in 11 of South Africa’s 14 Tests over the past year, underscoring his standing with the Boks.
- The Sharks’ playoff push has taken a hit after a 21-17 loss to Ospreys, with coach JP Pietersen citing missed chances and a lack of ruthlessness.