At 32 years old, Siya Kolisi, the illustrious captain behind South Africa’s triumphs in the 2019 and 2023 Rugby World Cups, remains a beacon of hope for Springboks fans.
Amidst the fervor on the field, Kolisi is not only a powerhouse in rugby but also a figure with his gaze fixed on the future. Beyond the rugby pitch, he harbours a keen interest in philanthropy and fashion, suggesting a multifaceted career post-retirement.
“I want to work for my foundation, that’s what I want to do,” Kolisi said when speaking on The Big Jim show.
“I want to do speaking, I want to talk, I want to encourage people, I want to speak to businesses.
“I love fashion too. I’ve got a brand called Freedom of Movement, I’m part of the brand. We’re going to bring it to the UK soon.
“There are a lot of different things that I want to do, but I definitely want to make an impact in people’s lives. I want to commit my time in making a difference in people’s lives.
“I want to help the women’s game. I think more men need to support women’s rugby in the same way that they support us.
“They’re playing in the same level as us, working harder than us, having to go to work and still play rugby. I don’t believe that’s right. So I want to help the women out some way, maybe work at World Rugby to push women’s rugby- get more support, get more sponsorship for them.
“The should have the same access as we do. The same sponsorships, opportunities for the women’s team. But I think we don’t do enough as men. At the end of the day, if the women’s sport grows, the rugby community grows, we have more people supporting rugby, more people following rugby.”
Statement: Three laws changes confirmed for the 2024 Six Nations
1. The Shot Clock: A New Tempo for Conversions and Penalties
One of the most noteworthy modifications is the introduction of the shot clock, designed to ramp up the pace of the game and eliminate time-wasting tactics.
Teams will now face the pressure of time constraints, with a mere 90 seconds allotted for taking a conversion after scoring a try.
The urgency intensifies during penalty kicks, where teams have just 60 seconds to execute. In addition, the shot clock imposes stricter time limits on lineouts and scrums, reducing their duration to a brisk 30 seconds. Furthermore, the ball must now be released from the ruck within a mere 5 seconds, ensuring a faster and more dynamic flow to the game.