Siya Kolisi, the Springbok captain, is widely regarded as one of the greatest leaders in rugby history. Not only has he become the face of South African rugby, but he also symbolizes unity and progress for the nation.
With all that comes significant responsibility, and Kolisi’s salary reflects that. According to Mywage.co.za, the Gqeberha-born player earns an impressive R18 610 529 per year.
Salary Breakdown
- Annual: R18 610 529
- Monthly: R1 550 877
- Weekly: R357 895
- Daily: R71 579
Springbok Captaincy
At 33, Kolisi, a two-time World Cup winner, has been the backbone of the Springboks for nearly a decade. However, this year might be his most challenging yet, as younger players start rising to prominence. Despite the competition, Kolisi remains focused on one key goal – staying in the starting lineup.
“I’m not thinking about the captaincy, to be honest. I just want to be in the team,” Kolisi said. “The most important thing for me is to play well enough to secure my place in the squad, and hopefully, to make it to the 2027 World Cup. Whether I’m captain or not is out of my control.”
Former Springbok captain Corne Krige believes Kolisi should remain in charge, saying, “His leadership and the support he has from the country make a huge difference. As long as he stays fit and continues playing at this level, I believe he could captain the team until the next World Cup. Although the idea of one leader has shifted in recent years, I think Siya is the man to lead for at least the next two years.”
