South African rugby supporters have another reason to celebrate after Springboks hooker Malcolm Marx secured a place among the world's five highest-paid rugby players.

The latest rankings show that French rugby sensation Antoine Dupont sits at the top of the list, but Marx's inclusion has also attracted attention, particularly given his impressive performances for the Springboks and Japanese club Kubota Spears.

Dupont, who represents French giants Toulouse, reportedly earns approximately £1.2 million annually, making him the highest-paid player in world rugby.

The French scrum-half has established himself as one of the sport's biggest stars, earning widespread recognition for his performances at both club and international level.

For South African fans, however, one of the biggest talking points is Marx's position among rugby's financial heavyweights.

The 32-year-old reportedly earns around £800,000 annually at Japanese club Kubota Spears, placing him alongside England captain Maro Itoje in the rankings.

Marx has built an impressive reputation through his physical presence, work rate and consistency. He was also an important member of the Springboks squads that won the 2019 and 2023 Rugby World Cups.

His success in Japan demonstrates how South African players continue to command significant attention and attractive contracts in international rugby.

According to the reported rankings, the top five are:

Antoine Dupont (France/Toulouse) – £1.2 million.

Romain Ntamack (France/Toulouse) – £985,000.

Finn Russell (Scotland/Bath) – £985,000.

Malcolm Marx (South Africa/Kubota Spears) – £800,000.

Maro Itoje (England/Saracens) – £800,000.

The figures are reported salary estimates and have not been officially confirmed by the respective clubs.

Marx's achievement is nevertheless a proud moment for South African rugby, with the hooker continuing to prove his value on the international stage.

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