Let's make this birthday one to remember.

40 years old (Born on May 22, 1984)

Happy Birthday, Bismarck du Plessis! You're the man who turned hooking into an art form—scrumming harder than most people party on their birthdays. Watching you dominate for Natal Sharks in the Currie Cup and fiercely lead the Sharks through intense Super Rugby clashes has been nothing short of legendary.

May your birthday be filled with fewer tackles and more cake slices! Let's face it, anyone brave enough to step onto a field against you has probably experienced some unforgettable moments (or bruises). Here's wishing our favorite hooker another spectacular year ahead—keep making South Africa proud one scrum at a time!