Gideon Johann van der Merwe (born (1995-01-27)27 January 1995) is a South African rugby union player for Cheetahs in the Currie Cup and the EPCR. His regular position is flank.

Gideon van der Merwe
Full nameGideon Johann van der Merwe
Date of birth (1995-01-27) 27 January 1995 (age 29)
Place of birthPotchefstroom, South Africa
Height1.83 m (6 ft 0 in)
Weight100 kg (220 lb)
SchoolPotchefstroom Gimnasium
UniversityNorth-West University
Rugby union career
Position(s) Flank
Current team Cheetahs / Free State Cheetahs
Senior career
Years Team Apps (Points)
2017–2018 Leopards 21 (40)
2019–2021 Griquas 34 (60)
2021– Cheetahs ()
2022– Free State Cheetahs 10 (20)
Correct as of 10 July 2022

Van der Merwe made his Currie Cup debut for Griquas in July 2019, starting their opening match of the 2019 season against the Sharks at flank.[1]

References

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  1. ^ "Match info & stats : Cell C Sharks v Tafel Lager Griquas". South African Rugby Union. 12 July 2019. Retrieved 12 July 2019.