The Sharks were forced into a late change to their starting lineup for Saturday’s URC derby against the Bulls after captain Siya Kolisi’s 11th hour withdrawal. Kolisi was initially named as captain in the Sharks’ starting lineup for their highly anticipated derby against the Bulls at Kings Park on Saturday afternoon. But in a sudden … Read more
![Ouch! Rassie reveals painful shoulder scar [video]](http://www.thesouthafrican.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Rassie-Erasmus-shared-a-look-at-his-shoulder-operation-scar.jpg "Ouch! Rassie reveals painful shoulder scar [video]")
Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus has given his followers a look at the recovery from a painful shoulder operation. Last month, the Boks boss underwent a procedure to correct an old rugby injury. RASSIE REVEALS SHOULDER OP SCAR In a social media post, Rassie Erasmus revealed that he had taken up ice baths, which have numerous … Read more
![Springboks on their wedding days [photos]](http://www.thesouthafrican.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Springbok-players-on-their-wedding-days.jpg "Springboks on their wedding days [photos]")
It seems like every other week, a Springbok rugby player and their spouses are celebrating their wedding anniversaries or the birth of another little one. The national squad are known for its strong ethos on family life, as implemented by coach Rassie Erasmus. The Boks are even known to travel and stay with their wives … Read more
Rachel Kolisi appears to be putting family first in her “healing” journey on a vacation abroad – without her soon-to-be ex-husband, Siya Kolisi. The Bok WAG, her two children, and Siya’s sister are currently on holiday in Australia. Rachel’s siblings, including brother Joel Smith and his wife, retired Olympic swimmer Tatjana, have joined them. RACHEL … Read more
Springboks coach Rassie Erasmus is officially in festive mode and has celebrated his time off – and, of course, more time on his hands – by joining Instagram. The 52-year-old dedicates his first post to his three daughters, whom he shares with his ex-wife, Nicolene. Rassie is known for his cheeky X posts, which have … Read more
Rachel Kolisi and her family – including two children – have jetted off to Australia for a family vacation. But notably missing is the Kolisi patriarch – Siya. The Springboks captain and Sharks star appears to be sitting out this trip abroad. And it’s likely due to a busy world schedule and the fact that … Read more
![Hot mama! Mapimpi’s wife shows off post-baby body [photo]](https://www.thesouthafrican.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Makazole-Mapimpi-and-his-wife-Sasha-de-Sousa.jpg.optimal.jpg "Hot mama! Mapimpi’s wife shows off post-baby body [photo]")
Sasha de Sousa, the reported wife of Springbok and Sharks player Makazole Mapimpi, is showing off her post-baby body. The businesswoman and influencer gave birth to the couple’s first child in September. Although they were first romantically linked last year, it’s unclear when the rugby player and his beautiful bride tied the knot. MAPIMPI’S WIFE … Read more
Following the Stormers’ most recent Champions Cup clash on Saturday, there was some real concern over a head injury suffered by Manie Libbok, who needed to be stretchered from the field before being rushed to hospital. Libbok was on the receiving end of a sickening tackle by Toulon replacement Yannick Youyoutte, who was subsequently red-carded … Read more
The Springboks highest-paid player is not who you think and his salary will leave you stunned. Springboks captain Siya Kolisi’s salary makes him one of the highest-paid players in SA Rugby. However, he is not the highest-paid Bok. HIGHEST-PAID SPRINGBOK REVEALED Cheslin Kolbe takes home a whopping R22 million annually, as reported on The South … Read more
![INSIDE Handre Pollard’s UK mansion [photos]](http://www.thesouthafrican.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Inside-Marise-and-Handre-Pollards-UK-home.jpg "INSIDE Handre Pollard’s UK mansion [photos]")
While South Africa will always be home for Marise and Handre Pollard, a quaint little village in the UK, where their upmarket and trendy house is, is where they have settled, for now. The Springbok flyhalf lives in Market Harborough, a village in Leicestershire, where he plays for his English club of Leicester Tigers. The … Read more
