SA players abroad: Du Preez brothers secure victory for Sale Sharks

Springbok Robert du Preez was perfect off the kicking tee as he helped Sale Sharks to a 27-17 win over Gloucester in Premiership Rugby on Saturday.

The flyhalf slotted six from six to contribute 12 points as the Sharks eased past a Gloucester side captained by Ruan Ackermann. Robert's brothers, Daniel and Jean-Luc, also ran out for Sale. Daniel du Preez has since been called up to the Springbok 'A' side to face Munster on Thursday.

Former SA U20 star Reuben van Heerden scored his first try for Exeter Chiefs in a losing effort against Northampton Saints. The lock would open the scoring, but Saints - who featured Springbok livewire Courtnell Skosan on the right wing - came back to win 26-19.

Springbok scrumhalf Ivan van Zyl provided slick service for Saracens, as the club ran out 25-10 victors at Bristol.

Across the Channel in Top 14 Rugby, Springboks Dillyn Leyds and Raymond Rhule started in the backline for La Rochelle, who beat CA Brive 19-17.

Finally, World Cup winner Warrick Gelant started at fullback for Racing 92, as they ran rampant over USA Perpignan, winning 44-20.