“Throughout my career, I may have been seen as someone who can act as a striker in midfield, but I think there’s a lot more to my game than just putting the ball in contact – I like to attack.” to space and playing attacking rugby, so it’s exciting for me to join a team like Saints who already play in that style.
Speaking of his brief time at Wasps, Odendaal said the Premiership was a strong competition filled with excellent teams.
“We were just getting used to life in the UK when it all happened with Wasps, and the Premiership, from what I’ve experienced so far, is a competition full of great teams, so I’m really looking forward to going back and testing myself in English. rugby once again.
Saints director of rugby Phil Dowsen said Odendaal was a quality addition to his team.
“We got a good look at Burger even before he signed with Wasps, so we know he’s a quality player.
“We need guys in our midfield at Saints who can move the ball well with the way we want to play, so Burger’s all-around game was a big factor for us.”
“He showed while in South Africa, and during his short time in the Premiership, that he is also extremely capable in defence, as well as being a skilled kicker with both feet, and we also like his ability to carry the ball hard.”
“He’s very self-aware in terms of his own game, with that typically South African ability to constantly push over the gain line, so we’re sure he’ll be a great fit for us.”
