Love you long time: Siya Kolisi Celebrates Eben Etzebeth’s 34th Birthday with a Heartfelt Message

16 years of friendship: Siya Kolisi Celebrates Eben Etzebeth as Friendship Turns Brotherhood on 34th Birthday

Springboks captain Siya Kolisi took a moment to celebrate the birthday of his longtime friend and teammate, Eben Etzebeth, who turns 34 today.

The two have shared a bond both on and off the rugby field, with their friendship now spanning an impressive 16 years.

Siya Kolisi chose to mark the occasion by sharing a personal tribute on his Instagram account, highlighting not only their connection but also Etzebeth’s growth as both a player and a person.

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Heartfelt Message on Instagram

Accompanying a series of heartwarming pictures of the two together, Kolisi began his message with a meaningful Bible verse:

“Proverbs 18:24 One who has unreliable friends soon comes to ruin, but there is a friend who sticks closer than a brother.”

Siya Kolisi Celebrates Eben Etzebeth on His 34th Birthday (Image Credit: Instagram @siyakolisi)

He continued with a personal message, reflecting on their enduring friendship:

“Happy birthday my brother, been 16 years of friendship now and I’ve loved how it has become a brotherhood. Been amazing watch you grow and become an icon in our sport but most importantly the amazing human being you are. Love you long time time Langes ”

The post captures the depth of their connection, showing that their bond extends far beyond rugby.

From Teammates to Brothers

Kolisi’s tribute underscores how their friendship has evolved over the years, turning from teammates into something akin to family. Their shared journey in professional rugby has been marked by mutual respect, support, and admiration, both on the pitch and in life.

The Instagram post has resonated with fans, who have flooded the comment section with birthday wishes and praise for the pair’s enduring friendship.