Springbok and Sharks player Eben Etzebeth is spending his downtime on a couple’s vacation to Botswana. The towering star is reportedly nursing a concussion injury and has been out of play for several weeks. EBEN ETZEBETH AND WIFE VACATION IN BOTSWANA In his latest Instagram post, Eben Etzbeth shared pics of his vacation in Botswana. … Read more
A TikToker posted a video on 4 December 2024 showing how a springbok broke into her home to the delight of many on the platform. The short clip, which has already garnered thousands of views, led most South Africans to bring a comedic side to the woman’s experience. Most used the chance to come up … Read more
![Low blow! Siya Kolisi mocks Cheslin Kolbe’s height [video]](https://www.thesouthafrican.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/Siya-Kolisi-has-poked-fun-at-Cheslin-Kolbes-height.jpg.optimal.jpg "Low blow! Siya Kolisi mocks Cheslin Kolbe’s height [video]")
Springbok captain Siya Kolisi has jokingly mocked friend and fellow player Cheslin Kolbe in his latest Instagram post. The pint-sized player – considered a “once in a lifetime player” by coach Rassie Erasmus – is just 1,7m tall. Siya and the rest of the squad will play their final test match of the year against … Read more
Long-time rivals Eben Etzebeth and Maro Itoje will come face to face once again when England host the Springboks on hostile ground at Twickenham on Saturday. We’ve been treated to some wonderful battles between these two over the years, most notably the 2023 World Cup semi-final and when Itoje toured South Africa with the British … Read more
![Another Bok game, another Eben Etzebeth brawl! [video]](http://www.thesouthafrican.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/Eben-Etzebeth-kicked-off-another-fight-in-the-Springboks-game-against-Scotland.jpg "Another Bok game, another Eben Etzebeth brawl! [video]")
Springbok Eben Etzebeth lived up to his reputation of being the biggest brawler in the squad after he kicked off another fight during South Africa’s game against Scotland on Sunday, 10 November. Eben, who was named Bok captain, is the highest-capped player in the rugby team’s history. SA won the game 32-15 in Murrayfield, Edinburgh. … Read more
Eben Etzebeth has playfully mocked his pal Siya Kolisi after he was named the Springbok captain in the test match against Scotland on Sunday, 10 November. The towering player – who is the highest capped in history – led South Africa to victory in the Autumn Series, which took place in Murrayfield, Edinburgh. He also … Read more
Siya Kolisi has jokingly scolded his “bestie” Eben Etzebeth after a hilarious moment on the pitch during the Sharks game on Saturday, 19 October. The Springboks captain has made his second debut for the Durban club, which he recently rejoined after leaving Racing 92 in France. The Sharks beat their Irish competitors 28 -24 in … Read more
Eben Etzebeth – who recently made history over his test match appearances – is widely known for his quick temper on the pitch. In fact, many fans have teased him over going into “beast mode” when it comes to the attack. This includes his Bok bestie, captain Siya Kolisi, who recently interviewed him over his … Read more
![Impi honours Eben Etzebeth [video]](http://www.thesouthafrican.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Zulu-impi-Sibusiso-Kotelo-introduces-Eben-Etzebeth-ahead-of-his-123th-test-match-appearance.jpg "Impi honours Eben Etzebeth [video]")
One of the biggest and fiercest Impi’s has paid homage to the longest-playing Springbok, Eben Etzebeth, at their match against Argentina on Saturday, 28 September. The Zulu warrior honoured the rugby warrior with a special introduction at the Mbombela Stadium in Nelspruit. With 128 test match appearances, Etzebeth becomes the most-capped Bok of all time. … Read more
Eben Etzebeth – fondly referred to as “Elizabedi” – will be celebrating his 128th test match appearance this weekend, making him the most-capped Springbok in the history of the squad. And Mzansi is celebrating along with the towering star, who has become a firm favourite among rugby fans. MOST CAPPED PLAYER IN HISTORY Eben Etzebeth … Read more
