Springbok captain Siya Kolisi chats to the media about his readiness for the second Test of Rugby’s Greatest Rivalry against the All Blacks on Saturday in Cape Town. Kolisi recovered from a hamstring strain and his leadership will be important in this must-win clash.
The mental battle proved tougher than the physical one for Springbok captain Siya Kolisi as he recovered from a hamstring strain that ruled him out of the opening Test of Rugby’s Greatest Rivalry against the All Blacks.
Physically, his recovery was progressing well, and he did not rush himself in a bid to return for the clash at Ellis Park. Mentally, however, he had to remain switched on as he worked towards being ready for the second Test in Cape Town on Saturday (5.10pm kick-off).
Kolisi will lead the world champions in the must-win clash at DHL Stadium, taking over the captaincy from Pieter-Steph du Toit, who will be running out in his 100th Test match.
The Bok skipper said on Friday that the support around him had made the recovery all the easier.
