Springboks Captain Siya Kolisi Links Up With DJ Khaled in New York

• Springboks captain Siya Kolisi rubbed shoulders with DJ Khaled and Roc Nation President Michael Yormark in New York City
• The trio met at the HBO red carpet premiere of JAY Z IN 8, days after Kolisi led the Boks to victory over the All Blacks in Baltimore
• Kolisi had also been spotted courtside at the US Open at Arthur Ashe Stadium, drawing attention from fans across the globe

Springboks captain Siya Kolisi is clearly making the most of his time in the United States. Fresh off a Test victory against the All Blacks in Baltimore on Saturday 12 September 2026, the rugby icon turned heads on the New York social scene when he linked up with DJ Khaled and Roc Nation President Michael Yormark at the HBO red carpet premiere of JAY Z IN 8.

The star-studded gathering, shared on X by North West Times on Tuesday, 15 September 2026, showed Kolisi in good company as he mingled with two of the most powerful names in American entertainment.

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Kolisi's big Apple moment

Before the premiere, Kolisi had already been turning heads in New York. On Sunday, 13 September 2026, the Springbok skipper was among the celebrities spotted courtside at the US Open at Arthur Ashe Stadium, with Stan Sport sharing footage of his presence in the stands. In typical Kolisi fashion, he reportedly treated fans to a post-game gwijo following the Springboks' win over New Zealand in Baltimore, showing that South African culture travels wherever he does.

His appearance at the JAY Z IN 8 premiere alongside Yormark and Khaled only added to what has been a remarkable stint for Kolisi stateside, blending rugby business with high-profile celebrity connections.

Mzansi reacts to the meetup

The post caught the attention of South African fans, with many thrilled to see their captain holding his own in elite New York circles. Reactions poured in on X:

@swirlkous_7490:

"Big Mike!"

@Isagoentle12:

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"Eis, Jabba.🤧"

@Don_Debedu:

''Siya’s shoe is killing Khaled’s shoe.''

@VivicaMihla:

''South African men are not so short after all 😂😂🤣.''

Take a look at the pictures in the post on X below.

Source: Briefly News