Scarra Ntubeni

Scarra Ntubeni, born on 18 February 1991, is a South African hooker who has built his entire professional career at the Stormers and Western Province. A one-club stalwart, he is known for explosive ball-carrying, strong set-piece work and vocal leadership in the tight five. Ntubeni has overcome a series of significant injuries throughout his career, with his perseverance rewarded by continued selection and a long-awaited Springbok cap in 2019. His game combines the fundamentals of accurate lineout throwing and scrum stability with a dynamic presence in the loose, where his carrying and defensive work rate stand out. A popular and influential figure in the dressing room, he was part of the Stormers' 2022 United Rugby Championship-winning squad, one of the proudest moments of his career. Ntubeni remains a trusted senior hooker for the Cape Town side, providing experience, physicality and a platform for the team's forward play.