Kolisi undergoes surgery and faces World Cup fitness race
South African Rugby has confirmed that Springboks captain Siya Kolisi underwent knee surgery last week and said it is unclear if he will be fit for this year's Rugby World Cup.
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Springbok captain Kolisi opts for surgery as World Cup hangs in balance
Springbok captain Siya Kolisi was set to go under the knife in Cape Town on Friday.
LISTEN | Thinking the unthinkable: What if Siya Kolisi can’t make the World Cup?
After suffering a knee injury early in the Sharks' URC game against Munster on Saturday, it's emerged that Springbok captain Siya Kolisi's condition is more severe than initially thought.
Big Bok coach succession hint as SA Rugby confirms new long-term deals for Stick, Davids
In what could be a huge clue as to what the Springbok coaching puzzle will look like after this year's Rugby World Cup in France, Mzwandile Stick and Deon Davids have had their contracts extended until 2027's showpiece slated for Australia.
Next move, SA? Bok star Willie le Roux says goodbye to Japanese club
Springbok fullback Willie le Roux has announced his departure from Japanese club Toyota Verblitz.
Jaco Kriel goes through emotional wringer during final Lions game: 'I was almost in tears'
The Lions' now-retired loose-forward Jaco Kriel said his last steps as a professional player proved to be difficult, even though he finished his career on a high note with a 50-35 win against Zebre in the United Rugby Championship (URC).
Bok enforcer Etzebeth targets Rugby Championship return from shoulder injury
Star Springbok lock Eben Etzebeth is confident he will recover in time for the world champions' Rugby Championship opener against Australia in Pretoria on 8 July.
New Bok coach: SA Rugby to heed advice from Rassie, overseas coach not an option - report
SA Rugby will take advice from its director of rugby, Rassie Erasmus, when deciding on the new Springbok head coach.