Pierre Spies dominates with first ever Test try against England in 2007

Former Springbok number eight Pierre Spies announced his retirement from rugby earlier this week, writing a heartfelt statement on his website. The 32-year-old physical specimen earned 53 Test caps and played for the Bulls, Montpellier and Japanese side, Kintetsu Liners. Spies made his Test debut against Australia in 2006 and went on to score his first ever try for the Boks against England in his hometown of Pretoria in 2007 (see below). The try was a sensational effort that saw him beating four players, announcing himself to the rugby world. He forged a career with the Bulls before moving to…