Leicester Tigers lock Seb de Chaves 'delighted' by his new...
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Lock-forward Sebastian de Chaves believes he has taken his opportunities by the scruff of the neck to earn himself a new contract.
With injuries plaguing the Leicester Tigers second-row – Graham Kitchener, Geoff Parling, Ed Slater, Brad Thorn and the now retired Louis Deacon all been ruled out for periods – de Chaves has stepped up.
The South African has made the most appearances of Tigers' locks this season, impressing in his all-around play and showing his leadership qualities in the LV= Cup.
De Chaves has now signed a new deal to remain at Welford Road and is looking forward to progress…
With injuries plaguing the Leicester Tigers second-row – Graham Kitchener, Geoff Parling, Ed Slater, Brad Thorn and the now retired Louis Deacon all been ruled out for periods – de Chaves has stepped up.
The South African has made the most appearances of Tigers' locks this season, impressing in his all-around play and showing his leadership qualities in the LV= Cup.
De Chaves has now signed a new deal to remain at Welford Road and is looking forward to progress…
