The World Cup winning Springboks enjoyed an incredible trophy tour. Photo: EPA/KIM LUDBROOK
UPDATE: Extended absence for injured World Cup winner
There is talk that double World Cup winner RG Snyman could be set for a return to South Africa after another injury layoff.
The World Cup winning Springboks enjoyed an incredible trophy tour. Photo: EPA/KIM LUDBROOK
After ‘two years from hell’ on the injury, Springbok lock RG Snyman managed to recover just in time to feature at the World Cup, where he played a key role among the ‘bomb squad’ as South Africa clinched a historic fourth world title.
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However, in an updated provided by his Irish club Munster, it was confirmed that Snyman has “suffered a chest/shoulder injury during the World Cup final and will undergo surgery in South Africa”.
The latest reports have now revealed that the towering lock is set to be sidelined for between four and six months, which means he may only return to action just before his contract with Irish club Munster expires next June.
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Munster have kept faith in Snyman since he joined the club in 2019, but a series of injuries have prevented him from getting regular game-time with the club.
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It’s interestingly reported that at least two South African teams could be interested in the services of the Springboks’ World Cup ‘viking’, with the Stormers thought to be one of them.
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After the World Cup, Snyman revealed in an interview with Jim Hamilton that it was really a tough journey for him to be part of the squad and the Springboks team.
“I really had to do everything to get back here. To be part of this squad and team is something special in itself but to perform on the biggest stage.
“To have this [medal] around our necks tonight is such a great accomplishment for all of us,” added Snyman.
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Snyman also said the Springboks players were all nervous and constantly looking up at the clock towards the end of the final.
“We were just so relived to pull it through in the end.”
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