Let's make this birthday one to remember.

41 years old (Born on March 27, 1984)

Happy birthday, Ben Franks! From scrums that shifted continents with the Crusaders to hurricanes blowing through defenses since 2013—the teams change but your ability to flatten opponents never does. Your reputation as rugby’s immovable object only grows stronger each year—pretty sure referees now consult you before setting down their scrum decisions.

As timelessly solid as a front-row diamond and tougher than stadium pies on matchday: here's hoping this special day is easier-going (and shorter-lasting!) than those infamous Hurricanes training sessions you've bravely endured. Keep bringing the laughs—and comforting terror—to props everywhere; we salute you today and always!