The All Blacks star who inspired Springbok great Cheslin Kolbe
Cheslin Kolbe reflects on his unforgettable journey from scoring his first Test try against New Zealand to his standout moment in the 2019 Rugby World Cup final, revealing the inspiration behind his success and the enduring rivalry with the All Blacks.
Cheslin Kolbe, an All Blacks star, inspired Springbok great Cheslin Kolbe. Kolbe scored his first Test try against New Zealand in 2018, which he still remembers vividly. However, the most significant try of his career was in the 2019 Rugby World Cup final against England. Despite not being part of the Bok setup in 2018, Kolbe managed to score a try in his second Test against the All Blacks in Wellington.
Since then, he has added more memorable scores against the Kiwis, including a double in 2025. When asked which try stands out the most, Kolbe replied, "Definitely my first one is one that I'll never forget, and that was in my second Test against the All Blacks in Wellington." This try came during the Springboks' 43-10 thrashing of New Zealand.
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