Also known as: Springbok captain Siya Kolisi
Springboks captain who led South Africa to a 3-1 Test series victory over New Zealand and attended a Jay-Z documentary premiere in New York.
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The Namibian
Springbok captain Siya Kolisi travelled to New York after the final test for the premiere of the 'Jaÿ-Z in 8' docu-series
“Kolisi, thanks to his agency Roc Nation, travelled to New York after the final test for the premiere of the 'Jaÿ-Z in 8' docu-series set to debut on 18 September.”
Kolisi joins DJ Khaled, Jay-Z in New YorkThe Namibian
Kolisi found himself on the red carpet alongside DJ Khaled and Daniel Kaluuya
“There he found himself on the red carpet alongside some of the biggest names in the entertainment industry, including artist DJ Khaled and Oscar-winning actor and executive producer of the documentary Daniel Kaluuya.”
Kolisi joins DJ Khaled, Jay-Z in New YorkThe Namibian
Siya Kolisi said Springboks will be ready to face a much-changed All Blacks side
“South Africa captain Siya Kolisi said the Springboks will be ready to face a much-changed All Blacks side as the world champions look to wrap up a series victory in Baltimore on Saturday.”
Springboks wary of new look All Blacks in Baltimore testThe Namibian
Captain and flanker Siya Kolisi crashed over for a try to put hosts 24-14 ahead
“They won a penalty and then a resultant second scrum before captain and flanker Siya Kolisi crashed over for a try to put the hosts 24-14 ahead at half-time.”
South Africa survive onslaught to beat New Zealand and level seriesThe Namibian
Siya Kolisi will replace if passed fit Paul de Villiers after hamstring injury
“If flanker Siya Kolisi is passed fit after a hamstring injury he will replace Paul de Villiers.”
Springboks change half backs for second All Blacks TestThe Namibian
Siya Kolisi may miss first Test against New Zealand
“South Africa captain and flanker Siya Kolisi and prop Ox Nche could miss the first Test against New Zealand, head coach Rassie Erasmus said on Monday.”
Kolisi and Nche may miss South Africa Test against New ZealandThe Namibian
Siya Kolisi limped off after 25 minutes due to injury
“South Africa captain and flanker Siya Kolisi, whose return from injury lasted only 25 minutes before limping off, said the Test turned out as he expected.”
South Africa win after surviving late Argentina surgeThe Namibian
Siya Kolisi said he hurt his hamstring and will require a scan
“"I hurt my hamstring again so I will have to go for a scan. It is really tough," he added, with the first Test against arch rivals New Zealand on August 22.”
South Africa win after surviving late Argentina surgeThe Namibian
Siya Kolisi was injured
“"Our defence was good in stages and we ticked some other boxes," said South Africa captain and flanker Pieter-Steph du Toit, deputing for the injured Siya Kolisi.”
Debutant Williams scores as South Africa thump WalesThe Namibian
Siya Kolisi completed journey from being a fan watching rugby in the township tavern to being national captain lifting the greatest trophy.
“Once the first boy completed the journey from being a fan watching rugby in the township tavern to being national captain lifting the greatest trophy, the path is paved, and the rest will follow.”
Destined For GreatnessSpringbok captain Siya Kolisi, represented by Roc Nation, attended the New York premiere of the 'Jaÿ-Z in 8' docu-series on the red carpet alongside DJ Khaled and Daniel Kaluuya. The Boks' American tour also included teammates visiting Baltimore Orioles Park and experiencing New York landmarks.
17 September 2026 · The Namibian →
Springbok captain Siya Kolisi, represented by Roc Nation, attended the New York premiere of the 'Jaÿ-Z in 8' docu-series on the red carpet alongside DJ Khaled and Daniel Kaluuya. The Boks' American tour also included teammates visiting Baltimore Orioles Park and experiencing New York landmarks.
17 September 2026 · The Namibian →
South Africa defeated New Zealand 43-28 in the fourth and final Test match in Baltimore on Saturday to complete a 3-1 series victory. The Springboks dominated the second half with six tries to secure the win in front of a 71,000 crowd.
13 September 2026 · The Namibian →
South Africa captain Siya Kolisi says the Springboks are ready to face a much-changed All Blacks side in Baltimore on Saturday, the fourth and final Test of the series. Leading 2-1, the world champions are favoured to wrap up the series victory despite New Zealand coach Dave Rennie making several changes including an entirely new front row.
12 September 2026 · The Namibian →
South Africa head coach Rassie Erasmus named Damian Willemse at full-back to replace injured Cheslin Kolbe for this weekend's series decider against New Zealand in Baltimore, with Morne van den Berg also coming in at scrum-half for Cobus Reinach.
7 September 2026 · The Namibian →
South Africa's coach Rassie Erasmus rejected All Blacks coach Dave Rennie's criticism of the Springboks' scrumming techniques following South Africa's 33-26 victory over New Zealand in Cape Town. Erasmus said Rennie's comments about the Springboks "walking around" in scrums were "nonsense," pointing instead to New Zealand's collapsing scrums.
31 August 2026 · The Namibian →
South Africa defeated New Zealand 33-26 in the second of four Tests at Cape Town Stadium, levelling their series after losing the first Test. The Springboks dominated much of the match but had to withstand a fierce All Blacks comeback in the final 14 minutes.
29 August 2026 · The Namibian →
South Africa have changed their half-backs for the second Test against New Zealand on Saturday in Cape Town, promoting Handre Pollard and Cobus Reinach to replace Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu and Grant Williams. The Springboks also made changes to their backline, with Ethan Hooker replacing Kurt-Lee Arendse on the left wing.
24 August 2026 · The Namibian →
New Zealand outscored South Africa by five tries to one for a 33-16 victory in Johannesburg in the first Test of a four-match series, dominating the second half after South Africa led 13-12 at half-time. The All Blacks took their chances while South Africa made numerous entries into their rivals' 22 without reward and finished with 13 players after two yellow cards.
22 August 2026 · The Namibian →
South Africa captain Siya Kolisi and prop Ox Nche are doubtful for the first Test against New Zealand on Saturday in Johannesburg, head coach Rassie Erasmus said Monday. Kolisi suffered a hamstring injury in Argentina this month, while Nche has not played since a knee injury in July.
17 August 2026 · The Namibian →
World champions South Africa withstood a late post-hooter attack from Argentina to win 17-10 in a Test in Buenos Aires on Saturday, extending their winning streak to 12 internationals. South Africa captain Siya Kolisi said the game was tough preparation ahead of their upcoming series against New Zealand, though he suffered a hamstring injury that will require a scan.
8 August 2026 · The Namibian →
Debutant wing Jaco Williams scored a try and created another as South Africa beat Wales 43-0 in Durban to reclaim first place in the Nations Championship southern hemisphere standings on points difference, ahead of New Zealand.
18 July 2026 · The Namibian →
Jesse Kriel's 78th-minute try secured a 42-28 victory for South Africa over Scotland in Pretoria on Saturday. The win kept South Africa top of the southern hemisphere standings after two bonus-point victories.
11 July 2026 · The Namibian →
South Africa defeated England 45-21 in a Nations Championship first-round match at Ellis Park, outscoring them seven tries to three. England were reduced to 13 men late in the match after centre Tommy Freeman and replacement forward Guy Pepper were yellow carded.
4 July 2026 · The Namibian →