Schalk Burger – “I felt like I had a target on me”
“An absolute beast. I felt like I had a target on me every time I played the Springboks,” said Dan Carter.
One of South Africa’s fiercest competitors, Schalk Burger was a nightmare for any opposition fly-half—and Carter knew it better than most. Known for his tireless work rate, fearless tackling, and wild blond mane, Burger earned over 80 caps and was instrumental in the Springboks’ 2007 World Cup triumph.
Bio: Schalk Burger (South Africa) – 86 caps, World Cup winner (2007), 2004 World Player of the Year.
Thierry Dusautoir – “Blinding games in big moments”
“He had some blinding games in big moments — none more so than in the 2007 and 2011 World Cup games against the All Blacks.”
French captain Thierry Dusautoir tormented the All Blacks more than once. Carter vividly recalls Dusautoir’s superhuman performance in the 2007 World Cup quarter-final, where the flanker made 38 tackles in one match. His leadership and commitment made him one of the most respected players in world rugby.
Bio: Thierry Dusautoir (France) – 80 caps, 2011 IRB Player of the Year, captain in two World Cup finals.
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