Jean Kleyn
Jean Kleyn is a South African rugby lock recognized for his physical presence on the field. At 30, he has become an essential part of the Springbok squad, contributing to their success in the 2023 Rugby World Cup.
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Jean Kleyn had a couple of knock-ons that affected Munster's momentum.
Munster finally find their mojo late on to secure bonus-point win over Gloucester – The Irish Times
Ireland· 2025-12-13
Jean Kleyn is another former Munster team-mate of Rassie Erasmus.
Rassie Erasmus will try to ‘beat the s**te’ out of Ireland. But we can win – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-11-21
Jean Kleyn partnered Franco Mostert in the match against Italy.
Josh van der Flier and Garry Ringrose set for starting return against the Springboks – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-11-20
Jean Kleyn is one of the locks available for the Springboks.
Springboks arrive in Dublin nursing feelings of resentment over red cards – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-11-17
Jean Kleyn was a smart addition from the bench for Munster.
Munster prove mindset can still decide matches – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-10-22
Jean Kleyn will make his 150th appearance for Munster in front of a sold-out crowd.
Munster stick with winning formula for vital visit of Benetton – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-05-16
Jean Kleyn was not picked for Ireland by Andy Farrell.
The biggest benefit of Jordie Barrett’s signing for Leinster may be yet to come – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-04-18
Jean Kleyn drove into Ben Tameifuna during the match.
As game faces an existential threat, World Rugby must not duck the replacements question – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-04-14
Jean Kleyn played a significant role in Munster's defense.
Brave Munster go down fighting in Bordeaux Bègles defeat – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-04-12
Munster have welcomed back players such as Abrahams, Jean Kleyn and Craig Casey for their last two games.
Josh Wycherley likely to start for Munster as they target more away day glory – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-04-09
Jean Kleyn is a player for Munster who has returned to the pack for the upcoming match.
Ronan O’Gara’s side lie in wait at Stade Marcel Deflandre – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-04-05
Jean Kleyn is enjoying being a rugby player again after recovering from a career-threatening condition.
Munster’s Jean Kleyn ‘enjoying being a rugby player again’ after career-threatening condition – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-04-04
Jean Kleyn is featured in advance of Munster's match against La Rochelle.
GAA says goodbye to a favourite son – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-04-04
Jean Kleyn marked his return for Munster with an invaluable steal.
Munster escape MacHale Park with the win after Connacht spring late fight back – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-03-29
Jean Kleyn returns from injury for Munster, marking his first game since October.
Historic Connacht-Munster clash could prove to be a classic – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-03-29
Jean Kleyn has returned to full training after a thigh injury.
Pete Wilkins to miss Connacht game against Munster at MacHale Park – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-03-26
Jean Kleyn is recovering from thigh surgery and hopes to make a return next week.
Munster’s Craig Casey is back in training and could return for Connacht clash next week – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-03-19
Jean Kleyn was 30.
Think you know when it’ll be time to tell Bundee Aki and Tadhg Furlong to step aside? – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-03-14
