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My worst rugby nightmare…

That South Africa doesn’t stay a top rugby playing nation for the rest of time. I would really like my grandkids and their grandkids to know that I was involved in Springbok rugby.

There’s nothing worse than being an old boy going back to school - I explained that to the players - and it’s no longer any good at rugby. It hurts. So my biggest fear for rugby is that South Africa falls by the wayside.

My biggest indulgence...

I like nice clothes

My best trait..

I’d like to believe that I can get on with anybody - it’s important to be appreciated and I’m very thankful for what I have and for the opportunity that has been given to me.

I continually tell myself how lucky I am and what i've achieved. It’s important to treat people with a bit of respect. You want mutual respect.

My pet hates...

I can get really irritated if i’m around people that are incompetent. I can’t take incompetence - for me it’s just not good enough.

I hate bullies, and I hate spoiled kids, they are two things I really can’t stand.

Rugby's so special...

People talk about the smell of winter green and the dubbin on the leather rugby balls. Those are the things you grow up with. Another reason why rugby's so special is the unique camaraderie you only get in rugby union.

You can go anywhere in the world and talk rugby. It doesn’t matter what country your in, you can have a debate with that guy, and be able to get on with that person.

It’s almost like a brotherhood. Rugby union is a brotherhood. Any guys involved at any level, be it a c-team at school or an international side, there’s something about that person that’s unique.

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