Willem Alberts rugby player
Willem Alberts rugby player

Willem Alberts

11th May 1984 1.91m/120kg Blindside Flanker

Lions welcome back Jaco Kriel ahead of Currie Cup

3 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

The Lions travel to Kimberley, the scene where the Currie Cup originated 128 years ago, to do battle with the Tafel Lager Griquas for the kick-off of the 2020 Currie Cup on Saturday 28 November.   In...

Everything you need to know about round six of Super Rugby Unlocked

3 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

With time running out, Super Rugby Unlocked victories will be vitally important this weekend as the chasing pack of the Stormers, Sharks and Cheetahs aim to reel in the Bulls at the top of the standings.   As...

Super Rugby Unlocked Preview – Round 2

3 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

The Stormers, who had a bye in the first round, kick off their Super Rugby Unlocked campaign on Saturday evening when they host the Lions in Cape Town.   The Cape Town clash is one of two Saturday...

The biggest hits and carries of Willem 'The Bone Collector' Alberts' career

3 years ago by Rugby Dump

Former Springboks flanker Willem Alberts, known as the Bone Collector to many, has put in some disturbing tackles throughout his long career.

Sharks on the hunt for top spot in the SA conference

4 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

The Sharks tackle the Jaguares in Durban on Saturday in their first game since returning from their successful Super Rugby tour of Australasia. The Durban side can top the South African Conference if they...

The Bone Collector smashes Waratahs No 8 in the ribs during brutal 30 seconds of rugby

4 years ago by Rugby Dump

Lions forward Willem Alberts put in a trademark huge hit on Waratahs number eight Jack Dempsey in Friday’s Super Rugby game.

Lions sign former Springbok Willem Alberts

4 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

Lions Rugby have today confirmed that Willem Alberts will return to his roots & wear their jersey once more.   The 35-year-old made his debut for the Golden Lions in 2007. In November...

When 14-men were enough

5 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

        We take a look back at side's that have claimed a win after going down to 14 men same.   The Sharks in 2014   The Sharks claimed a remarkable and historic...

STATS & FACTS: England vs. South Africa

5 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

33 Stats and facts ahead of this weekend's clash between England and South Africa at Twickenham.   Follow the match LIVE in App HERE     1. The total Test caps for the Springbok...

Sergio Parisse ruled out 3-5 weeks with injury

5 years ago by Stade Francais Rugby

Stade Francais captain Sergio Parisse has been ruled out for three to five weeks after sustaining a calf injury.   The 34-year-old suffered the injury during the victory over...