Pretoria, South Africa – (African Boulevard News) – Siya Kolisi, the captain of the South African rugby team, will lead the Springboks at the 2023 World Cup, despite his recent injury. In a recent interview with African News, South Africa’s Director of Rugby, Rassie Erasmus, stated that Kolisi would remain captain until medically ruled out.
“Siya will stay as our Springboks captain, and captain for the World Cup, until he is ruled out, until medically they say this guy will not make it. So he will stay there, and then we will use interim…,” Erasmus said.
Last month, Kolisi suffered a nasty blow in a match against the Crusaders, a New Zealand rugby team. He injured his hamstring and had to undergo surgery to rectify the issue. Many fans were concerned about the severity of the injury and whether Kolisi would be fit to play in the World Cup.
However, South African fans can now breathe a sigh of relief knowing that their captain, and one of their best players, will lead the team in the World Cup, which is set to be held in France in 2023.
Kolisi is considered a charismatic leader and an inspiration to many South Africans. He was the first black South African to be appointed captain of the national rugby team, a feat that is particularly significant given the country’s history of apartheid. Under his leadership, the Springboks won the Rugby World Cup in 2019.
In addition to his leadership qualities, Kolisi is also a formidable player, with his speed, agility, and strength making him a critical asset to the team. His inclusion in the squad for the World Cup is a significant boost for the Springboks, who will be seeking to defend their title in 2023.
Erasmus also expressed his confidence in the rest of the team, stating that they had a strong pool of players to choose from. “We are quite fortunate that we have a pool of players that we can choose from, so we are pretty lucky in that perspective,” he said.
In conclusion, Kolisi’s inclusion as captain of the Springboks for the World Cup is a significant boost for South African rugby. He is an inspirational player and leader, and his presence on the field will undoubtedly make a significant difference to the team’s performance.
