Rynhardt Elstadt

Western Province and Stormers lock forward Rynhardt Elstadt has quickly established himself as one of South Africa's brightest forward talents.

Still young, the powerful player has played in both the second row and the back row for Western Province in recent times - proving himself to be an invaluable member of the squad.

Schooled at Montagu High, Elstadt represented Boland in two Craven Week competitions before starting his professional career with Western Province. Hugely talented, he was always expected to emerge as a star player in the future.

Rynhardt is a hard-working player with a great future ahead of him.

Date of Birth: 20/12/89
Position: Lock
Height: 1.98m
Weight: 112kg
Currently contracted to: Western Province

Rugby Career

2012: Stormers (Super Rugby)
2011: Stormers (Super Rugby)
2010: Western Province (Currie Cup), Western Province (Vodacom Cup), Maties (Varsity Cup)
2009: Western Province (Under-21), South Africa (Under-21)
2008: Western Province (Under-19)
2007: Boland (Craven Week Under-18)
2006: Boland (Craven Week Under-18)