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Discover the life story and personal details of former rugby player Duane Vermeulen
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February 21, 2024 at 8:35 AM
Duane Vermeulen is a retired professional rugby union player. Until November 2023, he played for South Africa’s Springboks team and Ulster Rugby. Explore facts about the former Springbok player's personal and professional life.
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What happened to Duane Vermeulen? 2023 marked the end of an era for one of the most famous South African rugby players. Discover every detail of his retirement and his current position in the sport.
Duane Vermeulen's profile summary
Full name | Daniel Johannes Vermeulen |
Nickname | Duane, Thor |
Date of birth | 3 July 1986 |
Age | 37 years old as of February 2024 |
Place of birth | Mbombela, Mpumalanga province, South Africa |
Nationality | South African |
Height | 191 centimetres (6'3") |
Weight | 123 kilograms (271 lbs) |
Parents | Andre and Estelien Vermeulen |
Sibling | Leandi Vermeulen |
Relationship status | Married |
Spouse | Ezél Vermeulen |
Children | 2 |
Education | Hoërskool Nelspruit |
Profession | Retired professional rugby player, entrepreneur |
Test debut | September 2012 |
Positions | Openside Flanker, lock |
Teams | Central Cheetahs, Stormers, RC Toulonnais, Bulls, Kubota Spears Funabashi Tokyo-Bay, Ulster Rugby, Springboks |
Active years | 2006-2024 |
Net worth | $1 million - $5 million |
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How old is Duane Vermeulen?
The rugby player Duane Vermeulen (age 37 years as of February 2024) was born on 3 July 1986 in Mbombela, Mpumalanga province, South Africa.
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What is Duane Vermeulen's height and weight?
According to his All Rugby profile, he is six feet and three inches tall (191 centimetres). His weight is 271 lbs (123 kilograms).
Duane Vermeulen's brief bio
Duane was born in Mbombela (formerly Nelspruit) in Mpumalanga to Andre and Estelien Vermeulen. He has one younger sibling, a sister, Leandi. At the age of seven, Duane Vermeulen lost his father and was raised by his mother. The star Springboks player took after his father's athletic nature. Speaking to Jean de Villiers on World Rugby, he spoke in his father's influence, saying,
"I know my dad played Club rugby and football when he was younger. So I actually always just wanted to be him. I wanted to see if I could make my mom proud and make my dad prouder because I always thought he wanted to become a big rugby player."
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Duane Vermeulen's family
Duane Vermeulen is married to Ezél Vermeulen. The couple, who recently celebrated their 10th anniversary, got married in December 2012 at the luxurious Val de Vie estate (owned by Ryk Neethling) in South Africa.
Who is Duane Vermeulen’s wife?
Ezél Vermeulen has been regarded as the first WAG of the South African Springboks. As per her LinkedIn profile, She owns Dance Mouse Franchise, a dance studio in Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa, which she founded in August 2011.
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Does Duane Vermeulen have kids?
The couple has two sons. Their sons, Anru and Zian, are 11 and 8 years of age as of February 2024.
Education
The oldest Springbok player attended Laerskool Nelspruit and Hoërskool Nelspruit. His athletic talent bloomed at his high school alumnus, Hoërskool Nelspruit.
Career
The oldest Springbok player is a veteran international rugby union player. Sports Brief has sourced authoritative information from All Rugby, SA Rugby and more to provide accurate details of his professional career.
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What is Duane Vermeulen’s position?
According to All Rugby, the retired Boks player occupied lock and back row positions. At his retirement, he had played in the openside flank position 204 times. He also occupied the loose forward position.
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Who does Duane Vermeulen play for now?
At the time of writing, the flanker is not playing professional rugby for any team. Here is a summary of his club and international team history from 2006 to 2024.
Team | Period |
Springboks | 2012-2024 |
Ulster Rugby | 2021-2023 |
Blue Bulls | 2020-2021 |
Barbarians | 2013-2021 |
Vodacom Bulls | 2019-2021 |
Kubota Spears Funabashi Tokyo-Bay | 2018-2019 |
RC Toulonnais | 2015-2018 |
Western Province | 2014-2015 |
DHL Stormers | 2009-2015 |
Central Cheetahs | 2007-2008 |
Pumas | 2005-2006 |
Hoërskool Nelspruit | - |
When did Duane Vermeulen make his Springbok debut?
The openside flanker made his Springboks debut on September 8, 2012, in Perth during a rugby match between Australia and South Africa. At his retirement, the flanker who had captained the South African national team in 2019 received 76 caps between 2012 and 2023. Have a look at the details of the loose forward's international career stats.
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Appearances | 76 |
Wins | 45 |
Losses | 1 |
Draws | 17 |
IRB World Cup success percentage as of 2019 | 81.81% |
The Rugby Championship success percentage as of 2021 | 52.27% |
Points | 15 |
Awards
The retired back-row star has won various awards throughout his career. Have a look at some of his most outstanding awards.
- 2007, 2012, 2020 Currie Cup Winner
- 2014 SARPA Players’ Player of the Year
- 2014 Vodacom Super Rugby Player of the Year
- 2014 SARU Player of the Year
- 2020 South Africa's Rugby Player of the Year
- 2021, 2020, 2014 South Africa's Player of the Year
- 2021 Forward of the Year
- 2023, 2021 World Cup Winner
Frequently asked questions
Vermeulen, who is the most-capped Springbok number 8, is one of the most impactful sports personalities in South Africa. Here are some facts about his life.
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1. Is Duane Vermeulen retiring?
In November 2023, his retirement from active play was announced by South Africa Rugby. Was Duane Vermeulen injured? While the flanker has not officially announced the reason for his retirement, the move is linked to injuries before the 2023 RWC. Reports suggest he is set to move into coaching with offers from the Stormers’ coaching ranks and the South African Rugby Union mobi-coaching unit.
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2. How many World Cups has Duane Vermeulen won?
The three-time Currie Cup Winner bowed out in style after leading the Springboks to a 2023 World Cup win. He was also part of the winning squad in 2019.
3. What is Duane Vermeulen's net worth?
Duane's net worth, according to Buzzlearn, ranges between $1 million and $5 million. As per Idol Networth, his financial portfolio could range between $100,000 and $1 million.
Throughout his career, the two-time World Cup winner ventured into businesses, establishing himself in farming, wine, honey and bubble tea. According to reports, Duane Vermeulen's wine farm is located outside Stellenbosch.
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Final word
Duane Vermeulen is a world-class rugby player whose impact on South African Rugby will not be forgotten. His success on and off the field makes him a role model for up-and-coming athletes in South Africa and Africa as a whole.
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