Springboks coach Rassie Erasmus has acknowledged that a significant decision regarding Siya Kolisi’s role as captain must be addressed. Siya Kolisi has led the Springboks to successive World Cup victories in 2023, holding the captaincy since Rassie Erasmus began his tenure as head coach in 2018. Their partnership extends back nearly a decade, with Erasmus consistently praising Kolisi as the most inspirational and influential leader the Springboks could have. Following the 2023 World Cup, Kolisi’s move to French club Racing 92 has sparked debates about the feasibility of having an overseas-based player as the Springboks captain. A MAJOR CHOICE AHEAD FOR RASSIE ERASMUS REGARDING KOLISI’S LEADERSHIP Erasmus has shed light on the upcoming decision, indicating that it remains unresolved partly because the South African Rugby Union typically prefers not to appoint a captain who plays internationally. Whether an exception will be made for Kolisi is yet to be determined, posing an intriguing situation that must be resolved before the Test season commences.
