Bryan Habana Salutes Cheslin Kolbe’s Brilliance
Springboks great Bryan Habana has lavished praise on Cheslin Kolbe, describing the electric winger as one of the finest players the game has ever produced, not only in South Africa but globally.
Speaking to News24, the former Bok star said Kolbe’s impact on the field goes beyond statistics, hailing him as a rare talent who consistently delivers moments of magic whenever he plays.
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“Box Office” Star Sets the Standard
Bryan Habana described Kolbe as pure “box office”, noting that the winger’s performances across nearly 50 Test appearances have been nothing short of exceptional.
From Habana’s perspective, Kolbe has raised the bar for wings in the green and gold, setting a benchmark that future generations will be measured against.
He added that watching Kolbe and the current crop of Springbok wings has been a source of pride and excitement for supporters.
Competition Driving Springbok Excellence
According to Habana, fierce competition for places in the national team has been a major factor behind the Springboks’ sustained success. He believes that intense internal competition has elevated standards across all positions, not just on the wings.
Habana said the attacking rugby on display in recent seasons has made the Springboks an increasingly entertaining team to watch, a sign of a squad thriving under pressure.
Best Springbok Era Yet, Says Habana
Looking beyond individual brilliance, Bryan Habana believes the current Springboks setup under head coach Rassie Erasmus represents the strongest collective in South African rugby history.
He credited Erasmus with restoring direction and unity after a challenging period for SA Rugby, highlighting the importance of leadership, structure and long-term planning in the team’s revival.
Erasmus’ Support System Key to Success
Habana singled out Erasmus’ ability to build a strong support network as a cornerstone of the Springboks’ achievements. He praised the coach for surrounding himself with specialist assistants and continually evolving the team’s approach.
From defensive organisation to forward dominance and attacking innovation, Habana said the influence of coaches such as Jacques Nienaber, Daan Human, Tony Brown, Felix Jones and Jerry Flannery has been evident in the team’s growth.
He added that Erasmus’ willingness to adapt and avoid complacency has kept the Springboks competitive at the highest level, ensuring the squad remains both innovative and aligned across all levels of the game.
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