A Load of BS on Sport: The Behavioural Science Podcast
A Load of BS on Sport: The Behavioural Science Podcast
Bryan Habana on Rugby World Cup glory & the price of fame and success
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Bryan Habana on Rugby World Cup glory & the price of fame and success

Rugby legend Bryan Habana opens up about his iconic World Cup win, the mental battles of fame, and the sacrifices behind his legendary career.

In this episode of A Load of BS on Sport, we’re joined by rugby legend Bryan Habana. From his unforgettable debut with South Africa to winning the 2007 World Cup, Bryan opens up about the highs and lows of his storied career. We dive into the pressures of being a superstar, the mental battles behind the scenes, and what life looks like after rugby. This is an inspiring and candid conversation with one of the game’s greats!

Show notes

  • Debut Magic: Bryan scores on his first touch against England, launching his iconic career

  • World Cup Glory: The emotional highs of winning the 2007 Rugby World Cup with South Africa

  • Pressure of Being a Superstar: Bryan shares the mental struggle of living up to expectations after early success

  • Low Points: From a crushing 49-0 loss in 2006 to being booed in 2010, Bryan opens up about facing adversity

  • Leadership Evolution: From wing to team leader, how Bryan embraced responsibility as his career progressed

  • Life After Rugby: Navigating the tough transition from sport to business, and finding new purpose

  • Positive Mindset: The power of choosing positivity and focusing on growth, both on and off the field

A little teaser…

Here, Bryan talks of the intense low of walking off the field being booed by your home fans

Next week

We are talking to 2 times England Ashes winning captain Sir Andrew Strauss.

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A Load of BS on Sport: The Behavioural Science Podcast
A Load of BS on Sport: The Behavioural Science Podcast
A Load of BS on Sport: The Behavioural Science Podcast dives deep into the psychology of what makes elite performers tick; how they think about success and failure, how they find and maintain peak performance, how they manage fear and adversity, how they make decisions under pressure, how they deal with risk and uncertainty.