Vodacom Bulls back will leave Loftus Versfeld at the end of the 2025 Currie Cup season to join English Premiership club Newcastle Red Bulls
Flyhalf Boeta Chamberlain signed for the Bulls last year following a successful stint with the Sharks, where he made 59 appearances and scored over 150 points.
A versatile backline player capable of operating at fullback, the 26-year-old quickly integrated into the Bulls setup, contributing with his tactical kicking game, composure under pressure, and attacking flair.
A product of Paarl Boys’ High and a former South Africa U20 representative, Chamberlain has proven himself across both hemispheres, having featured in the Vodacom URC and EPCR competitions.
“Boeta has been a valued member of our squad and brought great professionalism and energy to our environment,” said Bulls Currie Cup head coach Phiwe Nomlomo. “He’s a player with a sharp rugby brain and a strong work ethic, and we wish him every success as he takes on this new opportunity abroad.”
Chamberlain added: “Playing for the Bulls has been a privilege. The culture, the fans, and the standard of rugby here have helped me grow immensely. I’m grateful for the opportunity and look forward to the next challenge with Newcastle. It’s a new adventure, and I’m excited to test myself in a different environment.”
“It has always been a tournament that my family and I love watching, so it’s an unreal feeling knowing that I’ll be joining it – especially at such an exciting time for Newcastle following their takeover.
“Red Bull are a massive brand, and clearly Newcastle are a team who are looking to take off in a big way. It can only be a good thing for the sport, and to be there in the thick of it is really something special.”
The fly-half added: “Going from the Blue Bulls to the Red Bulls is an unusual first for a rugby player, so we’ve been having a good laugh about that, but all joking aside, I’m just buzzing about the whole thing.
“I’m pretty accustomed to the European winters and the style of rugby, having played up there for the Sharks and Bulls, and I’m hoping to bring some attacking flair.
