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Rugby Union Biography

Lukhanyo Am

“LA”

South African · East London, South Africa · Born 11 September 1993

Centre
55
test caps
1
world cups
2021
world rugby p o y
15
test tries

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South African outside centre whose brilliant footwork, instinctive decision-making and try-scoring ability have made him a key attacking weapon in the Springboks' back line.

Lukhanyo Am is South Africa's elegant outside centre, widely considered the finest defensive back in world rugby. His exceptional reading of the game, timing in the tackle, and increasingly dangerous attacking ability have made him a crucial component of the Springboks' backline. His consistency at the highest level, combined with his technical brilliance, mark him as one of the finest centres of his generation.

Career Journey

Timeline

1993 👶 Born in East London, South Africa
🏟️ Sharks
Career Timeline — Lukhanyo Am
1993
Born in East London, South Africa
Sharks
Sharks