Michal Haznar

A midfield operator in the Stormers' backline, Michal Haznar brings physicality and defensive organisation to one of South Africa's leading United Rugby Championship sides. Born on 17 January 1994, the outside centre is built around a confrontational style — strong over the gain line, abrasive in the tackle and comfortable taking the ball flat to the defensive line to create space for those outside him. Within the Stormers' structure he offers midfield solidity, reading attacking shapes and shutting down the wider channels while providing a direct carrying option that helps his team get on the front foot. His game leans on the core disciplines of the No. 13 jersey: sound positional play, dependable tackling and the ability to straighten an attack rather than rely on elaborate footwork. As part of the Cape Town franchise's midfield depth, Haznar represents the kind of robust, low-error centre play that has underpinned the Stormers' competitiveness in the professional era.