Namibia: South Africa’s Marx named World Rugby player of the year – Sport

South Africa hooker Malcolm Marx was named World Rugby player of the year on Saturday, crowning an impressive season from the Springbok.

Marx has played 11 Tests for the Rugby World Cup holders in 2025, including Saturday’s 24-13 victory over Ireland in Dublin, which ended their 13-year wait for a win in the Irish capital.

The 31-year-old has been a crucial part of the Boks’ dominant pack, scoring five tries in a campaign which included defending their Rugby Championship…