“Quite Literally, a Dream Come True”: Woman Sits Next to Siya Kolisi and Eben Etzebeth on Flight

• A South African woman had a surreal moment when she unexpectedly found herself seated next to Siya Kolisi and Eben Etzebeth on a flight
• She shared the unforgettable experience on Instagram, posting a selfie with the Springboks stars
• South Africans flooded the comments with excitement as they shared in the woman's moment of sheer excitement over the surreal encounter

A South African woman had a dream-come-true experience when she recently found herself seated next to two Springboks players, captain Siya Kolisi and Eben Etzebeth, on a flight.

Kolisi, who withdrew from the squad set to face Italy on Saturday due to a niggle, shares a strong bond with Etzebeth. The two are known for their close friendship and are often seen spending time together off the field.

The woman shared her excitement with her followers on Instagram via her account @kirst_k_weiss, posting a selfie she took with the two Boks.

The woman captioned the photo she took with the rugby stars:

"Best seat on the flight. Not me taking a nap next to 2 South African heroes...quite literally,a dream come true..."

Mzansi reacts to Bok flight moment

South Africans found the moment exciting and shared in the woman’s pure joy, with many reacting warmly and some even wishing they were in her shoes.

@janewandrag:

"I would have passed out, honest. Oh my word."

@blueyonderbeachhouse:

I would have offered to take the middle seat."

@vans.khaya:

"That's absolutely awesome, thrilled for you."

@zintlevaphi:

"Which flight was this and where are you guys off to?"

@ncsmeda:

"World champions in Economy class."

@charlottebuttler:

"Lucky!"

@sulakasana:

"This is crazy lol."

@jfvanschalkwyk:

"Great photo."

@mebeingbernie:

"Insane, unreal."

@ lindiwe_secha:

"Lucky girl."

@ nixfordham

"Lol, the only passanger I would not be annoyed if they overlapped into my seat."

Eben Etzebeth and wife Anlia flaunt vintage Mercedes-Benz ride

Briefly News previously reported that Springbok powerhouse Eben Etzebeth and his wife, Anlia, recently delighted fans with a stylish Instagram post showcasing their vintage 1968 Mercedes-Benz 280SE. The photo was part of a celebratory reveal. Anlia is pregnant with the couple’s second child.

The Etzebeths, who tied the knot in 2023, are fast becoming one of South Africa’s most-followed celebrity couples. The pair welcomed their first daughter in 2024 and recently celebrated her first birthday in January, joined by several Bok teammates and their partners.

Springboks power couple celebrate family milestone

Anlia and Eben have captured the hearts of South Africans over the past few years, emerging as one of the most adored rugby couples. They’ve often been compared to Siya and Rachel Kolisi, with fans following their every move both on and off the pitch.

The couple’s strong bond and public presence have made them a fan favourite, and this pregnancy news has only added to their popularity. Their announcement came shortly after a weekend getaway, which Anlia described as particularly meaningful.

Kolisi ranked among world’s highest-paid rugby players

Briefly News also reported that Siya Kolisi has been named among the world’s top 10 highest-earning rugby players for the 2024/25 season.

The report outlines the soaring international demand for Springbok stars, particularly in Japan’s lucrative league.

Source: Briefly News