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Springboks injury concerns regarding Siya Kolisi

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2026-08-19 12:50 UTC → 2026-08-28 19:17 UTC · added ~~removed~~

Springboks captain Siya Kolisi faced uncertainty regarding his availability for the upcoming four-Test series against the All Blacks after sustaining a hamstring injury during a match in Argentina. The injury, which occurred shortly after his return from a previous sideline period, prompted scans to determine its severity and led to discussions regarding potential leadership replacements such as Pieter-Steph du Toit, Eben Etzebeth, or Jesse Kriel. By August 19, updates indicated positive progress for Kolisi and loosehead prop Ox Nché. Assistant coach Felix Jones reported that both players participated in training sessions without issues, with the team noting they are “tracking pretty good.” While official availability remained subject to the completion of the training week, the injury concerns for the squad appeared to be subsiding. By August 28, Kolisi addressed the mental challenges associated with his repeated injuries in 2026. The 35-year-old flanker noted that the mental battle of wondering if future opportunities will arise is often more difficult than the physical injury itself. Despite his recent setbacks, Kolisi dismissed retirement speculation, stating his desire to play as long as he is physically able and citing teammate Pieter-Steph du Toit as an inspiration for returning to play following major injuries.

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