Malcolm Marx has established himself as one of the world’s leading hookers and this was rubberstamped in 2025 when he was named the World Rugby and SA Rugby Men’s Player of the Year. Whether starting in the No 2 jersey or coming off the bench, his powerful ball-carrying abilities, turnover exploits, and tight phase power has made him a feared opponent. A former Junior Bok, Marx was named as SA Rugby Player and Young Player of the Year just three seasons after making his senior debut. He has been a key member of the squad since his Test debut in 2016, he was an integral member of the 2019 and 2023 RWC-winning squads.