Across 75 matches Wessels contributes steadily in both phases, averaging close to four tackles per game with a single-game peak of 18 that signals he can dominate defensively when required. His carry numbers are modest for the position but consistent, and eight tries across the dataset show he stays active and effective around the breakdown and at close range. The volume of minutes accumulated underlines his durability as a front-line hooker.


Born on 8 May 2001, Jan-Hendrik is 25 years old, stands 188cm (6′2″) tall and weighs 121kg. Jan-Hendrik has been capped by South Africa at international level.
Jan-Hendrik Wessels is a professional rugby union prop registered with the Bulls, the Pretoria-based franchise. He forms part of the matchday squad and is tasked with anchoring the scrum in the front row.
As a prop, Jan-Hendrik features for the Bulls across the United Rugby Championship, the Currie Cup and European club competition, with home fixtures played at Loftus Versfeld in Pretoria.
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