“I am pleased to have acquired the services of a hooker with the pedigree of Chiliboy Ralepelle," Sharks director of rugby, Gary Gold said on their website (www.sharksrugby.co.za).
"He is a brilliant player with a strong work ethic and will be an asset to our squad."
Ralepelle, who last played at Toulouse in France, won 22 caps for the Springboks, the last in 2013.
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(Reporting by Mark Gleeson in Cape Town; Editing by Ken Ferris)
