Springboks' Manie Libbok Reacts to Adoring Fan in Heartwarming TikTok Video, Mzansi Netizens Moved

Springboks' Manie Libbok Reacts to Adoring Fan in Heartwarming TikTok Video, Mzansi Netizens Moved

  • Springboks' fly-half Immanuel Libbok was touched by a video of a young fan pretending to be him
  • Libbok was amazed by the little boy's determination and said it inspires him to play rugby
  • The video resonated with many South Africans who shared their own heartwarming comments

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Springboks' Manie Libbok reacts to fan
Springboks' Manie Libbok is touched by a little boy who looks up to him. Image: @supersportofficial
Source: TikTok

The Springboks' fly half, Immanuel 'Manie' Libbok's heart melted when he saw footage of one of his youngest fans pretending to be him.

Libbok reacts to adorable little fan

A video shared on TikTok by @supersportofficial shows Libbok watching a clip of a little boy dressed in a Springbok supporter jersey and holding a rugby ball before he sings the South African national anthem with much determination.

Libbok's face instantly lights up as he watches the adorable fan impersonating him.

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Libbok explained that the little boy moved him and that such moments made him want to play the beautiful game and inspire others.

See the cute video below:

South Africans get sentimental

The video had many South Africans in their feels as they responded with encouraging and heartwarming comments.

connas said:

"Fly dat kid to France let him go watch the final live to see sir Manie Libbok in action."

Gurswan said:

"Manie got very sentimental at a point. General with a good heart."

Portgaz.D.Ace commented:

"This is how Springboks are forged. Proud of our boytjies in France win or lose play hard and have no regrets."

Roslind Lakey commented:

"My cutie klein kind Zeke lakey aka Manie Libbok ☺️☺️."

cassiem's upholstery wrote:

"Manie please dedicate Saturday's game to this kid because of this kid you'll be on your best."

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TheRealNoster responded:

"The impact the Springboks have on our kids!❤️."

jackyisaaksvannel commented:

"Thank you Manie Libbok, you are an inspiration to him although he is so little he believe in you ❤️."

Names of Springboks players used in popular hit songs

In another story, Briefly News reported, have you ever wondered what it would be like if the names of Springboks' players were used in popular songs?

Well, wonder no more. Jacaranda FM's Martin Bester took it upon himself to use and add the names of our favourite boys in green and gold to some of Mzansi's most popular songs during the station's breakfast show.

A video posted on TikTok shows the different rugby stars and how their names have been used in the songs in a rather funny manner.

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Nothando Mthembu (Senior editor) Nothando Mthembu is a senior multimedia journalist and editor. Nothando has over 5 years of work experience and has served several media houses including Caxton Local Newspapers. She has experience writing on human interest, environment, crime and social issues for community newspapers. She holds a Bachelor’s Degree and an Honours Degree in Media Studies from the University of KwaZulu-Natal, obtained in 2016 and 2017. Nothando has also passed a set of trainings by Google News Initiative. Email: nothando.mthembu@briefly.co.za