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Morné du Plessis

South African rugby union footballer · South Africa · On the map · Athletes · Born 1949 · age 77

Morné du Plessis OIS is a former South African rugby union player often described as one of the Springboks' most successful captains. During the five years from 1975 to 1980 that he served as captain, the Springboks won 13 of 15 matches, giving Du Plessis an 86.66% success rate as captain.

Morné du Plessis is read about 47 times a day, in 7 languages.

A typical day, 30 days to 20 September 2026

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ClubYears
South Africa1971-1980

Awards

Order of Ikhamanga in Silver2007
World Rugby Hall of Fame

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Country
South Africa
Category
Athletes
Type
Athlete
Status
Living
Dates
Born 1949 · age 77