About Chris van Zyl
Born 1986. Chris van Zyl is a South African rugby union player.
Christopher Machiel van Zyl (born 12 July 1986 in Cape Town) is a former South African rugby union player for the in Super Rugby and in the Currie Cup. His regular position is lock.
Career
Amateur
He played some Varsity Cup rugby, representing in the 2011 Varsity Cup competition and making three appearances.
He then moved to Johannesburg, where he played amateur rugby for Pirates, also captaining the side.
Senior career
He joined the senior side in 2013. He made his first class debut in the 2013 Vodacom Cup competition, in a 22–27 defeat to the in Kempton Park, a match where he was also named captain of the side. He made a further two appearances in the 2013 Vodacom Cup competition.
His Currie Cup debut came in the 2013 Currie Cup Premier Division match against the in Durban.
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Frequently asked questions
Who is Chris van Zyl?
South African rugby union footballer
When was Chris van Zyl born?
Chris van Zyl was born on 12 July 1986 in Cape Town.
What is Chris van Zyl's occupation?
Chris van Zyl is a rugby union player.
What nationality is Chris van Zyl?
Chris van Zyl is South African.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Chris van Zyl. https://biography.guide/chris-van-zyl/
MLA: "Chris van Zyl." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/chris-van-zyl/.
Chicago: "Chris van Zyl." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/chris-van-zyl/.
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