Who is Jasper Wiese: Meet the Versatile South African Rugby Star

Biography

Jasper Wiese (born October 21, 1995), whose real name is Jasper van der Westhuizen Wiese, is a celebrated South African rugby union athlete. He showcases his remarkable versatility by thriving as both a number 8 and a flanker for Leicester Tigers in the English Premiership Rugby.

Before donning the Tigers jersey, he displayed his athletic prowess with the Cheetahs in the Pro14, the Free State Cheetahs in the Currie Cup, and the Free State XV in the Rugby Challenge. 

In 2021, Jasper Wiese‘s pride swelled as he represented South Africa, making his debut for the national team on the international stage.

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Wiki Facts & About Data
Full Name:	Jasper van der Westhuizen Wiese
Stage Name:	Jasper Wiese
Born:	21 October 1995 (age 28 years old)
Place of Birth:	Upington, South Africa
Nationality:	South African
Education:	Central University of Technology
Height:	1.9 m
Parents:	Mr. & Mrs. Wiese
Siblings:	Cobus Wiese
Spouse:	Anja Wiese
Girlfriend • Partner:	N/A
Children:	1
Occupation:	Rugby Union Player
Net Worth:	$1 million -$5 million

Early Life & Education

In Upington, Jasper Wiese, a South African citizen, was born on October 21, 1995. Growing up, he was nurtured by his parents, who have managed to keep their identities hidden from the public eye. 

For simplicity’s sake, his parents are commonly called Mr. and Mrs. Wiese in media circles. Jasper Wiese is not related to and is not the child of Kobus Wiese, but he is the older brother of Cobus Wiese, who is a rugby player.

Jasper Wiese enjoyed a close bond with his brother, Cobus Wiese, as they navigated through their formative years together. In pursuit of higher education, Jasper enrolled at the esteemed Central University of Technology, Free State (CUT) in Bloemfontein, South Africa.

Career

Jasper Wiese began his professional rugby career in 2016 with the Free State XV in the Rugby Challenge, participating in six matches during that season. He then joined the Cheetahs in 2017 and debuted for them in the Pro14, playing 12 games throughout the season.

After relocating to England in 2020, Wiese became a member of the Leicester Tigers. On July 27, 2020, he made his first appearance for the team in Premiership Rugby. Since then, he has solidified his position as a consistent starter for the team.

Jasper Wiese joined the South African national team in 2021 for their test series against the British and Irish Lions. On July 2, 2021, he made his first international appearance as a substitute against Georgia. Since then, Wiese has participated in 13 tests for South Africa.

Wiese‘s outstanding performance in the final of the 2022 Premiership Rugby season earned him the Man of the Match title, as he played a crucial role in Leicester’s 15-12 victory against Saracens by scoring the second try. Additionally, his exceptional skills and contributions throughout the season led to him being voted the Rugby Players Association Players’ Player of the Year.

During the 2022–23 Premiership Rugby season, Jasper Wiese played a significant role in Leicester’s journey to the play-off semi-finals. Unfortunately, they faced defeat against the Sale Sharks at that stage. However, Wiese‘s outstanding performance led him to be listed as one of the nominees for the prestigious Rugby Players Association Players’ Player of the Year award once again.

Awards & Nominations

• 2023 Rugby Players’ Association (RPA) Players’ Player of the Year
• 2022 Premiership Rugby Player of the Season
• 2022 Man of the Match in the Premiership final
• 2022 Springboks Rugby Player of the Year nominee

Social Media

• Instagram handle: Jasper Wiese (@jaswiese)
• Twitter handle: Jasper Wiese (@jaswiese)

Personal Life

The 28-year-old Jasper Wiese, widely recognized as a prominent figure in rugby union, has tied the knot with his beloved partner, Anja Wiese. 

Fortunately, there is an Instagram post indicating that he welcome a child with his wife.

Net Worth

Jasper Wiese, a well-known rugby player, has an astounding net worth that ranges from $1 million to $5 million. This enormous riches can be ascribed to several things, but mainly to the high income he received for his prodigious rugby career. 

Various profitable sponsorships and other sources of income also contribute to Wiese‘s financial success.