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Stormers and Western Province hooker Tiaan Liebenberg has secured an early release from his contract in order to join French Top 14 side Toulon. WP Rugby Ltd confirmed that the 26-year-old had been released early in order to pursue his rugby career in France. Liebenberg was in top form during the 2008 Super 14 before seeing his season prematurely ended with a knee injury. Since then he has struggled to regain his starting berth from Schalk Britz. He will join a host of world class players at Toulon, who have just been promoted France's top flight. "I am very grateful to WP Rugby for allowing me this opportunity," Liebenberg said. "Playing here has been of enormous benefit to me and I believe that both Western Province and Stormers teams are on the brink of even greater success. "Whilst sad to be leaving, I am excited about... [read full story]
