Siya Kolisi Declares Cheslin Kolbe as the Best Rugby Player in the World

• Siya Kolisi’s light-hearted TikTok chat with @kai_lemel became a viral talking point after the Springboks captain was asked to name the best rugby player in the world
• The Bok skipper gave his answer without hesitation, sparking instant debate across social media
• Supporters flooded the comments section, with many echoing Kolisi’s choice while others added humour and banter to the lively rugby discussion

Springboks captain Siya Kolisi recently revealed who he believes is the world’s best rugby player, and his answer has fans nodding in agreement.

Kolisi, who has fully recovered from the knee injury that sidelined him against the Wallabies in Cape Town, will lead the Springboks in back-to-back Tests in New Zealand on 6 and 13 September.

In a viral TikTok interview with creator @kai_lemel, Kolisi confidently declared that his teammate Cheslin Kolbe is undoubtedly the best.

His pick comes as no surprise to many. Kolbe was crowned the 2024 SA Rugby Men’s Player of the Year in March, after a standout season defined by his explosive pace, dazzling footwork, and ability to deliver game-changing moments.

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What did netizens say about Kolisi's pick?

Fans on TikTok echoed Siya Kolisi’s sentiments:

@yvonne_nogwebu:

"Cheslin Kolbe 🤩🥰"

@PDRO1:

"1000000% Cheslin Kolbe🔥🔥🔥"

@TheBlackPimpernel:

"Cheslin Kolbe is the greatest Springbok. If consistency is a respected metric."

@Temo_28:

"I agree with Siya 100%"

@zelna_davids:

"Agreed 🔥"

Watch the clip below:

@vie_junior:

"Siya is spitting facts"

@Courtney:

"Cheslin is the best wing ❤️"

@menzistifler:

"Real recognise real"

Kolbe's career highlights at a glance

Kolisi’s call for Kolbe has only added fuel to the ongoing debate about South Africa’s modern greats, but for many fans, the skipper has spoken for them.

Kolbe previously played for Toulouse, Toulon, Stormers, and Western Province. He has also won the Rugby Championship and the Lions Series with the Springboks, the Top 14 and Champions Cup with Toulouse, the Currie Cup with Western Province, and the Challenge Cup with Toulon.

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The South African Rugby star is married to Layla Cupido, and they have three children together. He recently returned to Mzansi to celebrate the Easter holidays with his family. He also flaunted a Mercedes-Benz he was driving while he was at home.

Kolbe, in a recent post on his social media page, showed off two Mercedes-Benz cars, with the total cost was R3.4 million.

Zedan Johnson wows Mzansi in viral video

Briefly News previously reported that a young schoolboy has been likened to an up-and-coming Cheslin Kolbe after a viral video of him sidestepping during a friendly rugby game at Craven Week.

The primary school pupil from Rietkuil Primary School, Zedan Johnson, caught the eyes of many on social media with his incredible runs and steps that have apparently seen him land on the radar of several rugby scouts.

Zedan impressed and dazzled on the pitch while playing with his apeers last week at, with a total cost was R3.4 million.

Source: Briefly News