Ruan Pienaar's final game for the Cheetahs marks the end of an illustrious career, earning him a top spot in Frans Steyn's World XV.
When Ruan Pienaar plays his final game for the Cheetahs this Friday, the team will bid farewell to a player whose career has been nothing short of remarkable.
This game marks the end of a journey that started with the Cheetahs, moved to the Sharks in 2004, and included significant stints at Ulster and Montpellier before returning to the Cheetahs.Hailing from Grey College in Bloemfontein, Ruan Pienaar’s career boasts 350 first-class matches. Adding his 88 Test caps for the Springboks, it’s evident why he is celebrated as a rugby legend.
“South Africa has produced many outstanding players, and I don’t think Ruan always got the recognition he deserved,” Steyn remarked. “If I were to select a World XV, his name would definitely be one of the first.”Steyn highlighted Ruan Pienaar’s fierce competitive nature. “He despises losing more than I do. He also experiences pre-match nerves. However, on the field, his game-reading ability is exceptional.
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