Former captain Keegan Daniel is heading back to the Sharks after two seasons in Japan.

It was confirmed on Monday that Daniel, who has earned a total of 199 caps for the Sharks, would leave the Kubota Spears in Japan to return to Durban.

'Keegan’s record at the Sharks speaks volumes about the impact he had at this franchise as well as the calibre of player he is,' Sharks director of rugby Gary Gold said. 'We look forward to welcoming him home.'

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