AJ Venter (born 29 July 1973) is a retired South African rugby union footballer, who played for the Sharks in the international Super 14 competition, and the Natal Sharks in the domestic Currie Cup competition. Venter has also played for the South African national team, the Springboks.Venter made his debut for South Africa on 26 November 2000 in a Test against Wales in Cardiff. He has over 20 caps for the Springboks. His usual position was as flanker, but he also played at lock or No 8.