Fourie’s a jolly good fellow and Bok fans agree. With 43.6 per cent of the vote, the man who sealed the Lions series in 2009 dives straight into the Dream Team jersey. That try wasn’t just a score, it was a seismic moment that still echoes through Springbok folklore. And yes, he’s got a World Cup medal too, just in case anyone forgot.
Jesse Kriel pushed hard with 28.5 per cent, and why not? Two Webb Ellis trophies make him one of the most decorated backs of his generation. Modern steel against classic flair, this was a midfield duel for the ages.
Fourie’s timing and nerve remain unmatched. That finish against the Lions was rugby poetry, and judging by this poll, the fans still know every line. Nostalgia wins the day, and the old maestro takes centre stage.
Kriel will keep adding chapters to his story, but this week belongs to Jaque Fourie, the man who turned a Lions tour into legend and reminded us all why some names never fade.