**Deal Done: Fans Rejoice as Handré Pollard Signs Four-Year Contract to Return to Bulls After Stunning Wing Move**
It’s official: Springbok fly-half Handré Pollard is coming home. In a blockbuster move that has thrilled fans across South Africa, the Bulls have confirmed that Pollard has signed a four-year contract, marking a stunning return to Pretoria after several seasons in Europe.
The news broke just hours after the Bulls announced the unexpected transfer of star winger Canan Moodie to a top French club—an exit that initially stunned supporters. But the blow was quickly softened by the announcement of Pollard’s homecoming, sending a wave of excitement through the South African rugby community.
Pollard, 30, returns after a successful stint with Montpellier and Leicester Tigers, where he solidified his reputation as one of the game’s most dependable playmakers. His tactical awareness, calm demeanor, and powerful boot were instrumental in the Springboks’ 2019 and 2023 Rugby World Cup triumphs. For many, his return marks not just a boost in quality, but a symbolic reunion with a franchise he once led with distinction.
“This is more than just a signing—it’s a statement,” Bulls Director of Rugby Jake White said in a press release. “Handré brings world-class experience, leadership, and a winning mentality. His return will elevate every player in the squad and send a clear message about our ambitions.”
Pollard himself expressed his joy about the return, calling it a “special full-circle moment.”
“The Bulls are where it all started for me,” he said. “Pretoria is home, and I’m incredibly excited to wear the blue jersey again. I’ve grown a lot as a player and a person, and I can’t wait to give back everything I’ve learned.”
Pollard is expected to slot straight into the No. 10 jersey, a position that has seen some instability at Loftus Versfeld in recent seasons. His experience and calm under pressure are expected to be invaluable, particularly for a squad brimming with young talent looking to make a mark in both the United Rugby Championship and the Currie Cup.
Fans flooded social media with praise, relief, and excitement following the announcement. “Handré coming back is the best thing to happen to the Bulls since the Super Rugby days,” one supporter wrote. “He’s a leader, a world champion—exactly what we need.”
While Moodie’s departure is a blow, Pollard’s arrival significantly shifts the team’s trajectory. Insiders say the Bulls are looking to bring in additional reinforcements to balance the squad and build around their returning star.
With Pollard back at the helm, expectations are soaring. Bulls fans believe a new era is beginning—one built on world-class leadership, hometown pride, and the kind of grit that made the team a powerhouse in the past.
