The former Springbok, Stormers and Lions wing picks a star-studded team of the best he played with and against.
15 Israel Folau
King of the skies. It is unfair how he beats his man in the air.
14 Bryan Habana
The best wing to put on a Bok jersey. Bryan was a lethal finisher. His ability to turn on the gas from a standing start made it incredibly difficult to mark him.
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13 Tana Umaga
He was well respected by his peers. Incredibly physical and had a low error rate despite being an X-factor player.
12 Jean de Villiers
Jean was just such an intelligent rugby player that always created opportunities for his players.
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11 Joe Rokocoko
Joe weighed over 100kg but had blistering speed and a mean step. He knew his way to the tryline.
10 Dan Carter
DC was probably one of the most complete rugby players. He had a great running game and nerves of steel.
9 Fourie du Preez
If there is a single Bok player who has been difficult to replace, it is him. His understanding of the game is unmatched.
8 Taulupe Faletau
Probably the most athletic No 8 I have ever seen. He plays like a back, with an efficient tackle count.
7 David Pocock
With Dave it was “your ball is my ball” at the breakdown. He was such a machine.
6 Richie McCaw
One of the greatest the game has ever seen. His reputation as a tackler preceded him so much that he won penalties just by looking at the breakdown.
5 Victor Matfield
Vic was supreme in the lineout. His ability to know where the opposition would throw made him an asset for any team.
4 Bakkies Botha
Bakkies was born to hurt people on the field. But he was also a great lineout option and carried with purpose.
3 Owen Franks
An absolute anchor at the scrum. Owen is effective at the ruck and gets around the park.
2 Schalk Brits
Had Schalla been Australian or a Kiwi, he would have played over 50 Tests. Devastating with ball in hand and a menace at the breakdown.
1 Tendai Mtawarira
Incredible scrummager with a ridiculous work rate. Always made yards and never missed a tackle.
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