“£30k per point” – Five Most Overpaid Rugby Players in the world (2025) – Page 3 of 3

1. Faf de Klerk (Canon Eagles) – £900,000

Known for his fiery style and relentless work rate, Faf de Klerk continues to cash in on his global appeal in Japan’s top division. However, his 2024/25 season fell short of justifying his hefty salary.

De Klerk played 669 minutes across 11 matches, starting 5, and scored only 5 points.

£ per minute: £1,345

£ per point: £180,000

While his reputation as a dynamic scrum-half is unquestioned, the stats reveal a season where high pay did not equate to high output. His campaign serves as a stark reminder that star power and salary alone cannot guarantee impact, especially in leagues where adaptation and consistent minutes are crucial.

EDITORS PICKS:

Can you name all 28 clubs to ever appear in the Premiership? 

London Welsh were the last new team to play in the Gallagher Premiership back in 2011 – can you name the others?

You have five minutes to name every club to have played in the Gallagher Premiership, all 28 of them, since the division was established back in 1987.

It’s more difficult than it sounds.