Ignatius “Nachi” du Plessis

Country: South Africa
Position: 3 (playmaker / back)
Handicap: 9 goals (AR)
Age: 35
La Natividad: 2021–2022

Lead:
The most important high-goal back from South Africa, Nachi combines pressure defence with clean long passes and tremendous reliability on penalties. Between 2021 and 2022, he was the tactical axis in the number 3 position and a key part of Hurlingham 2021, Palermo 2021, and Tortugas 2022.

Bio:
Trained in South African polo, Nachi became the first South African to reach 9 goals in Argentina. He built his reputation as a calm organiser from the back, with full-field vision and zero drama in critical moments. His style fitted perfectly with La Natividad’s speed and aggressive attacking play. He also represented South Africa internationally as a leading figure.

Timeline at La Natividad:

  • 2021: Hurlingham Open — Champions; Argentine Open in Palermo — Champions.
  • 2022: Tortugas Open — Champions; Hurlingham Open — Champions.

Tournaments with La Natividad:

  • 2021 Hurlingham (W).
  • 2021 Palermo (W).
  • 2022 Tortugas (W).
  • 2022 Hurlingham (W).