Handré Pollard
IrelandathleteMaleb. 19944.0Global Dominance: 0.00%Handré Pollard is a South African rugby union player renowned for his role as a fly-half. He is celebrated for his powerful kicking game, tactical acumen, and ability to perform in crucial moments, famously leading South Africa to victory in the 2019 Rugby World Cup. Pollard's versatility and experience have made him a vital component of the Springboks' strategy on the international stage.
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Handre Pollard struggled during the match, contributing to the Bulls' poor performance.
Leinster run riot against Bulls to retain URC title – The Irish TimesIreland· 2026-06-19
Handré Pollard successfully converted a try during the match.
Referees need to remind themselves they’re not coaches – The Irish TimesIreland· 2026-01-20
Handre Pollard contributed with points for the Springboks in their match against the All Blacks.
All Blacks v South Africa: New Zealand out to regain Freedom Cup at Wellington’s Sky Stadium
New Zealand· 2025-09-13
Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu edged out veteran playmaker Handre Pollard.
New Zealand look to crush South Africa's Rugby Championship title defence
Guyana· 2025-09-11
Handre Pollard seems to be preferred as a starter against the All Blacks.
Springboks player ratings: The South African stars who struggled against All BlacksNew Zealand· 2025-09-07
Handre Pollard knocked over a penalty in the 23rd minute.
All Blacks battle past Springboks 24-17
Taiwan· 2025-09-07
Handre Pollard missed a penalty shot during the match.
All Blacks v Springboks: Fortress preserved as Scott Robertson’s side outlast South Africa at Eden ParkNew Zealand· 2025-09-06
With Handre Pollard reinstated to run the cutter and bank points off the tee, the Springboks are not about to go for broke.
All Blacks v Springboks: Why Scott Robertson’s men must embrace a fearless attitude to attack South Africans - Liam NapierNew Zealand· 2025-09-02
Handre Pollard put in a commanding performance at outhalf as a more pragmatic South Africa beat Australia.
South Africa go back to basics to beat Australia in Cape Town – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-08-23
Handre Pollard will play at first five-eighths.
South Africa v Australia live updates: Rugby Championship test, Cape TownNew Zealand· 2025-08-23
The return of Handre Pollard boosts the Springboks significantly.
Wallabies double down on speed for Springboks rematch
Australia· 2025-08-22
Handré Pollard is the outgoing player being replaced by James O’Connor at Leicester.
Super Rugby Pacific: James O’Connor to leave Crusaders, join English club LeicesterNew Zealand· 2025-06-10
Jacomb has a touch of rugged South African first five Handrè Pollard about him.
Super Rugby Pacific unearths new generation of first fives for New Zealand – Paul LewisNew Zealand· 2025-06-04
Handre Pollard's exemplary goal-kicking proved the difference in the match.
Leicester come from behind to beat Sale in play-off battle
Nigeria· 2025-05-09
Handré Pollard contributed with drop goals for Leicester during the match.
Theo Dan delivers for Saracens in late win at Leicester to boost playoff push | Premiership
United Kingdom· 2025-03-31
South Africa with Handré Pollard and Willie le Roux or Damian Willemse.
I feel for Marcus Smith: Borthwick was never prepared to build team around him | England rugby union teamUnited Kingdom· 2025-03-08
