The knee injury that sidelined Lukhanyo Am for RWC 2023, was one of the big-gest blows to South Africa’s chances of defending their title. Arguably one of the very finest rugby players on the planet today, Am has been a superstar for the Springboks since his debut five seasons ago. This graduate from the Gladiators Rugby Academy at Margate played a leading role in South Africa’s World Cup triumph in 2019, as well as their series defeat of the British & Irish Lions in 2021, with his keen anticipation, silky skills and highly evasive running.