During his playing days, Bryan Habana was undoubtedly one of South Africa’s biggest names in rugby.
The retired winger was renowned for his explosive pace and finishing ability at his peak and is widely regarded as one of the greatest players to have played the game.
He famously raced a cheetah in a publicity stunt that attracted worldwide attention.
Having started his professional career with the Lions, Habana joined the Bulls in 2005, where he went on to win two Super Rugby titles and a Currie Cup.
In 2010, he moved to the Stormers, helping the Cape side win the Currie Cup in 2012 before joining French giants Toulon a year later.
Bryan Habana scored 67 tries for the Springboks
Although Habana dominated South African rugby for much of his career, his greatest moments arguably came in the Springbok jersey.
At international level, he earned 124 Test caps and played a key role in South Africa’s triumph at the 2007 Rugby World Cup. His outstanding performances that year earned him the IRB Player of the Year award.
Habana continued to make history on the international stage. During the 2015 Rugby World Cup, he equalled Jonah Lomu’s record of 15 career tries at the tournament.
He finished his international career with 67 Test tries, placing him second on the all-time men’s Test try-scoring list.
What is Bryan Habana doing now?
Since retiring from professional rugby in 2018, Habana has remained involved in the sport through various ambassadorial, punditry and broadcasting roles. He has also delivered talks around the world, sharing insights from his illustrious career.
Beyond rugby, Habana has continued to pursue his philanthropic ambitions. His desire to give back to the community led him to establish the Bryan Habana Foundation.
While he may no longer be dazzling fans on the rugby field, the Springbok legend continues to use his profile and experience to contribute to the sport and make a difference beyond it.
Bryan Habana’s record of 67 tries in the Boks jersey will not be broken soon.