Bok captain Kolisi locks in with Sharks until 2027

The Sharks have locked in Springbok captain Siya Kolisi on a long-term contract until 2027.

That means the hardworking loose-forward will effectively end his playing career at the Sharks as he would be 36 by the time that particular contract ticks over.

That also means the Sharks have also locked in their key forward, along with having Lukhanyo Am on their books until 2025.

To good to be true? BELIEVE IT! Our Springbok captain, @SiyaKolisi has committed to the black and white until 2027 ??#OurSharksForever #BackOnTheDottedLine pic.twitter.com/UTz78xjPu4

The 30-year-old Kolisi, who recently had the main rugby field at his alma mater Grey High School for Boys in Gqeberha named after him, moved to the Sharks last year after an extended stay at Western Province and the Stormers.

He has been capped 61 times by the Springboks and captained the team to glory at the 2019 Rugby World Cup as well as a series win against the British and Irish Lions in 2021. 

Kolisi will be starting for the Sharks in their crucial United Rugby Championship fixture against Ulster in Belfast on Friday.