Siya Kolisi has become the heart and soul of the Springboks’ modern dominance. His leadership has inspired South Africa to stunning victories and restored pride to the green and gold. Since taking the captaincy in 2018, Kolisi has led with courage, humility, and purpose.
Under his watch, the Springboks have transformed into one of the most feared teams in world rugby. He has united players from different backgrounds and built a squad that thrives under pressure. With back-to-back Rugby Championships and two Rugby World Cups, Kolisi’s influence has been nothing short of extraordinary.

Greatest Captain of All Time: Springboks’ Siya Kolisi or All Blacks’ Richie McCaw
Fans are now debating if Siya Kolisi has surpassed Richie McCaw as rugby’s greatest captain. Kolisi’s record is outstanding. He has guided South Africa to two Rugby World Cups, two Rugby Championships, and consistent victories over the All Blacks. His emotional leadership style and powerful performances have inspired millions across the globe.
However, Richie McCaw’s legacy still towers over rugby history. The All Blacks legend won two World Cups, four Tri-Nations titles, and 131 victories as captain. McCaw’s tactical brilliance, consistency, and unmatched work rate defined an era of All Blacks supremacy.
Both men revolutionised captaincy in their own way. Kolisi brought unity and inspiration to a divided nation, while McCaw embodied relentless excellence. As the debate continues, one truth remains clear—Kolisi and McCaw have both set standards future captains will struggle to match.
Fans debate
After Rugbypass started the debate, about who is the greatest captain of all time, Springboks captain Siya Kolisi and All Blacks legend Richie McCaw, fans clashed.
@BokOnTour “Siya is the best captain to ever play the game of rugby
”
@Hein Lamprecht “ well done, Siya is my favorite Cap of all times!!”
@JadanMuller “Make the same picture with richie Mccaw quickly, just want to check something. And I’m from SA btw. ”
@Tyrone Cook “Richie was the definition of dominance , Siya’s the heartbeat of a historic resurgence
”
@DILLON MAREE. “Did I miss something, or did richie mccaw play tennis?”
Follow Us on Google News for Immediate Updates
The post Greatest captain of all time: Springboks’ Siya Kolisi and All Blacks’ Richie McCaw’s debate divide fans appeared first on iHarare News.