Springboks statement: Post-op Siya Kolisi update
SA Rugby have issued a post-operation statement about the World Cup prospects of Springboks skipper Siya Kolisi.
Liam Heagney
03 May 2023, 2:17
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Liam Heagney
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A seasoned rugby journalist, Liam hails from Limerick and has covered World Cups, Lions tours, Six Nations Championships and European Cup campaigns since 2000. He became a content editor at RugbyPass in 2019 after joining from the Daily Mail and Mail on Sunday in Ireland.
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The Nadine Roos promise after Springboks seal World Series return
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The Tonga answer to the Pitau at London Sevens qualifier question
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Gripping late drama sees Springboks, Belgium win Challenger titles
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Five-try Nadine Roos fires Springboks into Challenger quarter-finals
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Ultan Dillane roared with laughter when asked by RugbyPass what backline position he might play if La Rochelle ever allowed him th…
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Cardiff statement: Josh Navidi has retired with immediate effect
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