Springboks player Vincent Koch was ruled out of the game against Romania-min.
Images via Twitter: @springboks
‘Worst luck ever’: Springboks fans feel sorry for Vincent Koch
Social media users are sympathising with Springboks player Vincent Koch whose injury ruled him out of the game against Romania.
Springboks player Vincent Koch was ruled out of the game against Romania-min.
Images via Twitter: @springboks
Springboks player Vincent Koch was meant to make his “grand return” in the starting line-up for the national team in their Rugby World Cup game against Romania.
But the prop’s dreams were dashed when he was ruled out of play due to a knee injury.
According to Boks, Koch has not played in the starting line-up for the last four years.
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VINCENT KOCK INJURY: WHAT HAPPENED?
According to sports journalIst Hendrik Cronje, Vincent Koch injured his knee in the team’s warm-up training ahead of the Springboks match against Romania.
The injury ruled him completely out of play, with the player being replaced by Trevor Nyakane instead.
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According to SuperSport commentators, Koch was given several stitches.
The extent of his injury or if he will be fit enough to play against Ireland next week is unclear at this stage.
SPRINGBOKS PLAYER: WORST LUCK EVER?
Vincent Koch last made the starting line-up in a Springboks match in 2019
According to SA Rugby, he said of his selection: “I’m looking forward to it. It’ll be a physical battle.”
In a media briefing, Koch revealed how he wanted to prove his worth. He added: “It’s an opportunity. We are representing the Springboks.
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“You want to deliver a performance that is best for the team. If that is good enough, the coaches will select the best players for the next game.
Following the announcement, many rugby fans expressed their disappointment for the eager player.
One tweep went as far as to post: “Vincent Koch has the worst luck”
