{"id":2103,"date":"2025-04-29T15:17:56","date_gmt":"2025-04-29T13:17:56","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/house87.co.za\/?page_id=2103"},"modified":"2025-04-29T15:18:02","modified_gmt":"2025-04-29T13:18:02","slug":"lukhanyo-am","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/house87.co.za\/index.php\/lukhanyo-am\/","title":{"rendered":"lukhanyo AM"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Lukhanyo Am<\/strong> is a distinguished South African rugby union player, celebrated for his strategic prowess and leadership on the field.\u200b<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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\ud83c\udfc9 Early Life and Background<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Born on 28 November 1993<\/strong> in King William\u2019s Town<\/strong> (now known as Qonce), Eastern Cape, Am was raised by his mother, Zukiswa, in the township of Zwelitsha. He attended Ho\u00ebrskool De Vos Malan<\/strong>, where his rugby journey began. Initially playing as a loose forward, he later transitioned to the centre position, showcasing his adaptability and skill. \u200b<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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\ud83c\udfc6 Rugby Career Highlights<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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  • Youth Development<\/strong>: Am’s rugby talents were honed at the Gladiators Rugby Academy<\/strong> in Margate. He progressed to the Border Bulldogs<\/strong> Under-19 team in 2012, contributing to their Division B championship victory. \u200b<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Professional Debut<\/strong>: In 2013, Am made his senior debut with the Border Bulldogs<\/strong> in the Vodacom Cup. His performance caught attention, leading to a stint with the Southern Kings<\/strong> in 2016. \u200b<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Sharks Tenure<\/strong>: Am joined the Sharks<\/strong> in 2016, becoming a pivotal player in their Super Rugby campaigns. His leadership qualities were recognized when he was appointed Sharks captain<\/strong> in January 2020. \u200b<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • International Success<\/strong>:\n
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    • Springboks Debut<\/strong>: Am earned his first cap for the South Africa national team<\/strong> in 2017.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • 2019 Rugby World Cup<\/strong>: A key figure in South Africa’s victorious campaign, Am’s notable assist to Makazole Mapimpi in the final marked the team’s first-ever try in a World Cup final.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • 2021 British & Irish Lions Series<\/strong>: Am captained the South Africa ‘A’ team to victory and played a significant role in the Springboks’ series win.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • 2023 Rugby World Cup<\/strong>: Initially omitted due to injury, Am was later called up to replace the injured Mapimpi, contributing to South Africa’s back-to-back World Cup triumphs. \u200b<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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      \ud83c\udfc5 Honours and Achievements<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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      • International<\/strong>:\n
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        • Rugby World Cup Champion<\/strong>: 2019, 2023<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        • The Rugby Championship Winner<\/strong>: 2019, 2024<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        • British & Irish Lions Series Winner<\/strong>: 2021\u200b<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        • Club<\/strong>:\n
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          • EPCR Challenge Cup Winner<\/strong>: 2023\u201324 with the Sharks<\/li>\n\n\n\n
          • Currie Cup Champion<\/strong>: 2024 with the Sharks \u200b<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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            \ud83d\udcca Career Statistics<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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            • International Caps<\/strong>: 35<\/li>\n\n\n\n
            • International Points<\/strong>: 30<\/li>\n\n\n\n
            • Tries Scored<\/strong>: 6<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

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