OPINION
South Africa
Schalk Burger
Age
41
Position
Back Row
Height
193cm
Weight
110kg
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Latest
260d International Rugby
Schalk Burger responds to 'broken record' criticism of Bok tactics
377d Six Nations
Former mentor Schalk Burger explains what position suits Ben Earl best
1675d International Rugby
'He kept coming for me': All Blacks legend Dan Carter reveals his toughest international opponent
2147d Heineken Champions Cup
'Immense' 5 international bench leaves Saracens fans confident
2288d Gallagher Premiership
EXCLUSIVE: Burger to leave Saracens
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Bio
Schalk Burger made his debut for the Springboks against Georgia at Sydney in the 2003 World Cup at the age of 20. Ever since, the blonde-haired back row has been a focal part of South Africa's pack, including the one which toppled England in the Webb Ellis final at the Stade de France in 2007. Burger was infamously banned for gouging in the first Test against the British & Irish Lions in 2009. Burger represents the Western Province and Super Rugby's The Stormers on the domestic front. He was named as the IRB World Player of the Year in 2004.