Let's make this birthday one to remember.

49 years old (Born on March 11, 1976)

Happy Birthday, Pita Alatini! The man who danced through defenders like they were standing still and made rugby look easier than blowing out birthday candles. From your dazzling footwork in 81 NPC matches to those unforgettable tries across 72 Super 12 games, you've always been a class act on the field.

Who could forget your stellar performance at the '99 Rugby World Cup? You represented New Zealand with pride, skillfully slicing defenses apart—leaving opponents wondering if they'd accidentally stepped onto a dance floor instead of a rugby pitch. Here's hoping today brings you as much joy as watching replays of your greatest hits!

Cheers to another year sidestepping age gracefully!