Handré Pollard

South African fly-half and World Cup-winning goal-kicker whose composure under pressure, reliable boot and smart game management were central to the Springboks' consecutive World Cup triumphs in 2019 and 2023.

Handré Pollard is South Africa's reliable fly-half who kicked the winning penalty in the dying moments of the 2019 Rugby World Cup final against England. Known for his accurate goal-kicking, strong defensive game, and ability to manage matches under pressure, Pollard has been the Springboks' first-choice fly-half for several years, playing a crucial role in their World Cup successes.

Pollard is an accomplished fly-half known for his exceptional goal-kicking ability and tactical game management. He possesses a powerful boot that allows him to slot penalties and conversions from long range, while also providing excellent territory with his clearance kicks. His calm temperament under pressure and ability to control the tempo of matches makes him an invaluable orchestrator of South Africa's attacking play.

Pollard is regarded as one of the finest goal-kickers in modern rugby and has been instrumental in South Africa's return to dominance on the world stage.

• Rugby World Cup Winner 2019
• Rugby Championship Winner 2019
• Rugby Championship Winner 2022
• Rugby Championship Winner 2023
• The Rugby Championship Player of the Tournament 2022
• Currie Cup Winner 2014 (with Blue Bulls)
• Currie Cup Winner 2016 (with Blue Bulls)
• Super Rugby Champion 2009 (Bulls, as squad member)
• World Rugby Player of the Year Nominee 2019
• Premiership Runner-up 2022-23 (with Leicester Tigers)
• Premiership Champion 2021-22 (with Leicester Tigers)

Club Career

Club	Period	Apps	Tries	Shirt
Stormers	2012–2013	4	28	#10
Lions	2013–2017	104	28	#10
Montpellier	2017–2021	62	—	—
Leicester Tigers	2021–2024	45	—	—
South Africa	—	73	—	—