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John William Smit, OIS, (born 3 April 1978) is a South African former professional rugby union player and former chief executive officer of the Sharks. He was the 50th captain of the Springbok rugby union team and led the team to win the 2007 Rugby World Cup.
Apr 30, 2020 · John Smit rugby career in the international field ended in 2011, having made 111 appearances. The former Springbok captain was later inducted into the IRB Hall of Fame in October 2011. At this time, John was still active at club level alongside other world cup-winning captains and head coaches.
John Smit is a former Springboks captain who led his side to a Rugby World Cup victory in 2007. When he retired from international rugby in 2011, he was the most-capped South African player in history, with 111 appearances.
May 9, 2024 · John Smit is the most-capped Springbok captain of all time. We look back at his illustrious career, and what he's up to these days.
May 16, 2013 · John Smit has proved himself a true legend for South Africa. Despite calling him old, slow and fat - purely for inspirational purposes - the hooker was a remarkable player and leader. Shaun ...
Sep 12, 2023 · John Smit's rugby career was hard work, dedication, and a leadership that inspired his teammates. Here's all we know about this rugby legend.
John Smit captained South Africa a record 83 times, more than twice his nearest rival, and led the Springboks to their second Rugby World Cup win in 2007. He was also captain when South Africa claimed the 2004 Tri-Nations title – the team’s first major trophy since 1998 – and again in 2009.
John Smit is the former South Africa captain and inspirational hooker who memorably led his side to the sport's biggest prize at the 2007 World Cup in France.
John Smit, former Springbok captain who played hooker and prop for the Springboks in 111 Tests, beat the British & Irish Lions in 2009 and won the Rugby World Cup in 2007. He will probably go down as one of the most decorated leaders in the history of the game.
Nov 15, 2011 · John Smit reflects on ending one of the most illustrious international careers in rugby union
