Jesse Kriel: Springboks Stand in Captain in Siya Kolisi’s Absence Flaunts His R2.2m Car

• Springboks stand-in captain Jesse Kriel seen flaunting his expensive ride as he step into the rugby national team's leadership position once again in Siya Kolisi's absence
• The 31-year-old was named the captain for Springboks second round clash with the Wallabies of Australia in Cape Town this weekend
• Kriel's new expensive car sparked reactions from netizens and his followers on social media

Jesse Kriel will lead the Springboks against Australia in the absence of Siya Kolisi due to injury in Saturday's second round of the Castle Lager Rugby Championships at DHL Stadium in Cape Town.

The Boks are seeking revenge after losing the first round of the tie at Ellis Park Stadium in Johannesburg last weekend. The match was dramatic as they threw away a 22-0 lead to lose 38-22.

This will be the second time Kriel fills the leadership role in Kolisi’s absence, after captaining the team against the Barbarians in the Qatar Airways Cup and also against Italy.

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Kriel shows off his R2.2 million Stelvio Quadrifoglio car

Kriel is known for showing off expensive rides on his Instagram page, and he recently flaunted his Alfa Romeo Stelvio Quadrifoglio in a viral video on social media.

Kriel captioned the video of him driving the car with a lovely message and also confirmed it's his new car:

"Discipline, drive, and detail - the mindset never changes. On the field or behind the wheel. Proud to represent @alfaromeo_sa in my new Stelvio Quadrifoglio 🍀🏎️💨."

Earlier, the Springboks star showcased his Toyota Land Cruiser Prado in a video and pictures he shared on his official Instagram page. The car, worth R1.5 million according to Toyota’s South African website, is another luxury ride Kriel enjoys.

According to the official Alfa Romeo South African website, the Stelvio Quadrifoglio is approximately worth R2.2 million.

Netizens react as Kriel flaunts his luxury new ride

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alfaromeo_sa said:

"Welcome to the Alfisti family, Jesse! Now the real fun begins 🚗❤️🔥."

carlovisuals wrote:

"😍Man ohh man this car is magical."

replayby4leafclover shared:

"The best of the best 🇮🇹 for the best."

whiskyheaven responded:

"Fantastic car, the vehicle equivalent of you 👏"

bkonze92 reacted:

"A quiet taste, but nevertheless a very beautiful motor equipped with power and always looks better in Red as well 🔥🔥 (my opinion)."

blakecapa commented:

"You have to own an Alfa Romeo at least once in your life to get any respect from petrol-heads."

joelszaesthetic added:

"The front end of the stelvio matches your face."

Alfa Romeo Stelvio Quadrifoglio Specifications

The Stelvio Quadrifoglio features a front-mounted 2.9L V6 turbocharged petrol engine, delivering an impressive 375 kW of power and 600 Nm of torque.

It accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in just 3.8 seconds and reaches a top speed of 285 km/h. With a fuel tank capacity of 64 litres, it offers an average fuel consumption of 11.8 L/100km, giving it an estimated range of 542 km. CO₂ emissions average 267 g/km.

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The vehicle rides on 20-inch wheels, with 255/45 R20 tyres in the front and wider 285/40 R20 tyres at the rear, providing enhanced grip and handling. It features an all-wheel-drive system for improved traction, along with standard power steering, stability control, and traction control for a balanced and confident driving experience.

Inside, the vehicle comfortably seats five passengers and comes equipped with standard air conditioning, electric windows, front heated seats, and a panoramic sunroof. With five doors and a refined balance of power and comfort, it offers a complete premium driving experience.

For safety and convenience, the vehicle is equipped with six airbags, ISOFIX child seat mountings on the outer rear seats, and standard features such as an anti-lock braking system (ABS), cruise control, remote central locking, a tyre pressure monitoring system, and lane departure warning. Xenon headlights further enhance visibility for safer night driving.

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Briefly News also reported that Kriel commented after being named the stand in Springboks captain in Kolisi's captain.

The Japan-based star expressed his pride in being selected as the stand-in captain for the upcoming match.

Source: Briefly News