Henry 'Boeta' Chamberlain (born 22 February 1999) is a South African rugby union player. He plays as a fly-half or full-back for the Lions, competing in both the United Rugby Championship and the Currie Cup.[1]

Henry 'Boeta' Chamberlain
Full nameHenry Chamberlain
Born (1999-02-22) 22 February 1999 (age 27)
Height181 cm (5 ft 11 in)
Weight86 kg (190 lb)
SchoolPaarl Boys' High School
Rugby union career
Position Fly-half
Current team Lions
Senior career
Years Team Apps (Points)
2019 Sharks XV 2 (16)
2019–2024 Sharks (Currie Cup) 10 (75)
2020–2024 Sharks 46 (172)
2024–2025 Bulls 10 (56)
2024–2025 Blue Bulls 5 (64)
2025–2026 Newcastle Red Bulls 13 (0)
2026– Lions 0 (0)
Correct as of 16 July 2026
International career
Years Team Apps (Points)
2019 South Africa U20 3

Career

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He was a member of the South Africa Under 20 team that competed in the U20 International Series making 3 test appearances.

Chamberlain made his Currie Cup debut for the Sharks in August 2019, starting their match in Round Six of the 2019 season against the Golden Lions and kicking a drop-goal shortly before half-time in a 30–28 victory.[2]

In 2021 Chamberlain put on a drop goal masterclass against Ospreys with 3 drop goals, guiding the Sharks to a comfortable 27–13 win in the URC.

In May 2024 Boeta was part of the Sharks squad that became the first South African franchise to win silverware in a European competition.

In July 2024 Boeta joined the Bulls making his debut in July 2024 in the Currie Cup against Western Province.

In August 2025, Chamberlain agreed a one-year deal with Prem Rugby side Newcastle Red Bulls, following the conclusion of the 2025 Currie Cup.[3]

On 16 July 2026, the Lions had confirmed that Chamberlain had agreed a deal to join the Johannesburg-based team and return back to South Africa.

References

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  1. "Lions confirm new arrivals". SA Rugby Magazine. Retrieved 16 July 2026. {{cite web}}: Check |url= value (help)
  2. "Match 18, Pool Stage". South African Rugby Union. 18 August 2019. Retrieved 25 August 2019.
  3. Smith, Mark (20 August 2025). "Fly-half Boeta Chamberlain joins Newcastle Red Bulls - Newcastle Falcons". NC Falcons. Retrieved 20 August 2025.