Thomas du Toit has made clear that his impending return to the Sharks and any Springbok ambitions are secondary concerns while Bath remain in contention for the Premiership title. The prop, who is set to join the Sharks, says his full focus stays on Bath's title hunt until the campaign is concluded.
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Du Toit puts Springbok and Sharks thoughts on hold until Bath's Premiership campaign is done
Sharks-bound Thomas du Toit says all thoughts of his return to Durban and Springbok rugby are on hold while Bath chase the Premiership title.
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