Former Springbok lock Andries Bekker picks a dream team made up of those he played with and against during his 14-year career.

15 Gio Aplon

One of the best players with ball in hand I have ever played with. He could create something out of nothing.

14 Joe Rokocoko

What an athlete! Always a difficult man to defend against.

13 Jaque Fourie

On the field, one of the best outside centres to play with. Off the field, he is an absolute legend and a clown.

12 Jean de Villiers (c)

He formed a great combination with Jaque. One of the smartest rugby brains and the best captain I played under.

11 Sireli Naqelevuki

Not a Newlands favourite after the 2010 Currie Cup semi-final, but what a pleasure to play with this massive human being.

10 Dan Carter

The best rugby player ever. It was a massive honour to work with him in Japan.

9 Andy Ellis

What a man, on and off the field. He formed a great combination with Dan. Always good to have a beer with.

8 Duane Vermeulen

I will always pick him to fight alongside me. I don’t think this guy knows how to back down.

7 Rynhardt Elstadt

There is no word to describe him other than ‘tough’.

6 Daiki Hashimoto

He could have played lots of Super Rugby games if he was not loyal to the company he plays for in Japan. What a legend and a great man.

5 Brodie Retallick

One of the best modern-day players. Tough and skilful and will end his career as one of the most capped All Blacks.

4 Eben Etzebeth

Such a good feeling to have seen this guy start off at the Stormers. Was lucky to have played with him for a few games.

3 Ben Franks

Strong in the scrum and defensively. Absolutely rocked me in a tackle in 2011.

2 Tiaan Liebenberg

We had a good combination and understanding. I will always pick him to throw me the ball at lineout time. What a boykie.

1 Tendai Mtawarira

The main guy. Tough and strong, but such a good man off the field.