Springboks coach Rassie Erasmus makes big Siya Kolisi call for All Blacks showdown in Cape Town
Rassie Erasmus says Siya Kolisi showed no discomfort during high-speed training as the inspirational skipper prepares to return for the Springboks.
Springbok head coach Rassie Erasmus has announced that captain Siya Kolisi is fully fit and ready to start the second Test match against the All Blacks in Cape Town. Kolisi had been sidelined due to a hamstring strain, which caused him to miss the first Test against South Africa. However, Erasmus confirmed that Kolisi is 100 percent ready to lead the team as captain in the upcoming match.
The injury sustained by Kolisi was not as severe as previous hamstring injuries he experienced in 2019 and 2023, as it occurred during a breakdown play rather than a full-speed run. Erasmus decided to take a cautious approach in Kolisi's return to action, allowing him to undergo rehabilitation for a longer period. Kolisi's return to the field not only provides a morale boost for the Springbok team but also adds significant leadership value to the squad, both within South Africa and internationally.
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