#strongertogether Duane Vermeulen Retires as South Africa’s No. 8 Icon #springboks
Double Rugby World Cup winner Duane Vermeulen, iconic South African No. 8, announced his retirement at 37. With a career spanning Pumas, Stormers, and Bulls, he played 76 tests, securing World Cup victories in 2019 and 2023. Vermeulen, the most-capped Springbok No. 8, earned two SA Rugby Player of the Year awards and showcased brilliance with memorable moments, including a 2015 World Cup back-flip pass. SA Rugby President Mark Alexander hailed him as a true legend and formidable force, concluding an illustrious 11-season career.
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