Humble Springbok Star Thanks Teammates After Scooping Top Player Award

• Springbok winger Cheslin Kolbe has been crowned as the South African Rugby Player's Organisation 2024 Men's Fifteens Players' Player of the Year
• The two-time Rugby World Cup champion scooped the player-voted award after an impressive season for the Boks
• Local rugby fans praised Kolbe on social media, saying they are proud of the 31-year-old winger

Cheslin Kolbe earned the respect of his fellow players after winning the South African Rugby Player's Organisation 2024 Men's Fifteens Players' Player of the Year Award.

The Springbok winger won the prize after a successful year with the world champions, who won 12 out of 13 Tests in 2024.

Since his debut in 2018, Kolbe has been living his dream and has also enjoyed a successful run as a Blitzbok, scoring 113 points in 30 appearances.

Cheslin Kolbe thanks teammates

Kolbe announced his award on his Instagram account:

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Kolbe acknowledged the award on his Instagram account and said he was honoured to be a favourite of local fans, including his father, Andrew.

Kolbe posted:

"This is massive to be recognised among so many great players across South Africa. This award is for the whole team!"

Fans are proud of Kolbe

Local rugby fans praised Kolbe on social media, saying the winger has inspired youngsters in South Africa.

Yandee Mzini is proud:

"Well deserved."

THE CINDY NETWORK admires Kolbe:

"Congratulations Cheslin! Your win is a win for all of us back home, especially the children in our communities! Your victory is a testament that with God, all things are possible! We are all proud of you!"

Rayhaan Desai was impressed:

"That's the best award when your colleagues acknowledge your brilliance."

Anna agrees:

"You are indeed!"

Keano Arenz respects Kolbe:

"ALL THE WAY FROM KAAPSTAAD, CONGRATULATIONS BOY"

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Blizboks celebrate their Cape Town Sevens Series success

As reported by Briefly News, the Blitzboks impressed local fans with a dance on social media after they won the Cape Town Sevens Series title.

It was the first time the Blitzboks had won the title since 2015, and they celebrated the victory with a lively dance routine.

Source: Briefly News