Boshoff 'Extremely Grateful' as he rejoins Ospreys on a permanent deal

South African centre Evardi Boshoff has committed to a permanent deal with the Ospreys, officially joining the squad ahead of the 2025/26 campaign following two successful loan spells.

Boshoff expressed his gratitude and excitement about the move: “I’m extremely grateful for the opportunity to re-join the Ospreys.

"I’m looking forward to having a full season with this group and reconnecting with the fans who have been great since I first came here.

"I’ve really enjoyed life in Wales, the people here are so welcoming and the boys in the team have always made myself and Dan (Kasende) feel at home. This is a special club and it’s a privilege to be a part of.”

Over his loan periods, Boshoff featured in 23 games, quickly becoming a fan favourite. His powerful midfield carries, work ethic, and relentless defence won both supporters and teammates over, making the decision to sign him permanently a popular one.

Head coach Mark Jones highlighted Boshoff’s impact:

“He stepped up to the plate for us last season. With the injury to Owen (Watkin), he had to play a lot of rugby and with that came increased responsibility…

"We’ve seen in the past how much he can contribute on and off the field, and his return not only brings a familiarity to our backline, but also some valuable experience amongst it as well.”

Jones also thanked Boshoff’s parent club, Toyota Cheetahs, for facilitating the move—a partnership that benefits both player and team.