Uli Schmidt’s rugby is one of dominance, from his late start in professional rugby to his strong presence in Blue Bulls, Lions and SpringboksUli Schmidt was a formidable force on the rugby field, due to his aggressive style of play and uncompromising presence in the front row. He is arguably one of the most loved South African rugby legends, so let’s explore his origins, his illustrious rugby career, and what he has been up to since hanging up his boots.Ulrich Louis Schmidt, known affectionately as Uli Schmidt, was born in Pretoria on 10 July 1961 according to Rugby365. Little did the rugby world know that this young Pretoria native would grow up to become a rugby powerhouse.

 
Uli’s journey into rugby started relatively late compared to his contemporaries as he only began playing at the professional level when he was 24 years old while attending the University of Pretoria on a medical path