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Springboks legend Duane Vermeulen retires at 37

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Duane Vermeulen, the powerhouse backrow forward has announced his retirement from professional rugby at the age of 37.

YOKOHAMA, JAPAN – NOVEMBER 02: Duane Vermeulen of South Africa poses for a portrait with the Web Ellis Cup following his team’s victory against England in the Rugby World Cup 2019 Final between England and South Africa at International Stadium Yokohama on November 02, 2019 in Yokohama, Kanagawa, Japan.

“He was a leader who captained South Africa in four Tests, but he also retired as the most-capped Springbok No 8.” Vermeulen played for Super Rugby franchises the Cheetahs, Stormers and Bulls. He also turned out for French Top 14 club Toulon, Irish province Ulster and Japanese club Kubota Spears.Vermeulen made his international debut in 2012 against Australia and twice won the South African player of the year award in 2014 and 2020.Kane keeps on proving his anxiety for Champions League trophy

 

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