Captain Kolisi hails Springboks' depth as he returns from injury in Argentina

Captain Siya Kolisi of the South African national rugby team, Siya Kolisi, will make his long-awaited return to the Springboks jersey for the upcoming one-off test match against Argentina in Buenos Aires on Saturday. Kolisi, who is the double World Cup-winning captain, will play despite being sidelined with a hamstring injury earlier this year.

The depth of the Springboks' squad, especially in the absence of several key players, is a significant boost for the team, as Kolisi highlighted in a recent interview with reporters.

Kolisi expressed his gratitude for the team's ability to thrive, even when several leading names are injured or unavailable. He acknowledged that no player in the squad feels settled in their position, as everyone must prove themselves on the field. Kolisi emphasized that the coach, Rassie Erasmus, fosters an environment where everyone is open to performing, and players genuinely want to help each other succeed.

In the case of an injured player, Kolisi stressed that no one becomes stressed; instead, another player will step up to fill the gap.

The Springboks will face a depleted Argentina team, which may have had to make 13 changes due to injuries and unavailability of players. However, they will be led by a familiar face in loose forward Pablo Matera, who will be Kolisi's adversary on the pitch. Kolisi praised Matera's skills and character, acknowledging the strong bond between them both on and off the field.

He also highlighted the camaraderie within the Springbok squad, particularly with utility forward Franco Mostert, with whom Matera plays at his club in Japan.

Kolisi's return to the team is an extra morale booster for the Springboks as they prepare to face Argentina. With a strong lineup featuring players like Eben Etzebeth, Lood de Jager, and Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu, the team is well-equipped to challenge the Argentine side. Kolisi expressed his excitement about the opportunity to play for South Africa again, knowing that the team's depth and unity will undoubtedly contribute to their success on the field.