Springbok Captain Siya Kolisi Injured in Champions Cup Match

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Siya Kolisi, the captain of the Springbok rugby team, was forced off the field after just 22 minutes in a Champions Cup match. He appeared to have injured his right ankle, making it a setback in his comeback game.

Springbok captain Siya Kolisi was forced off after just 22 minutes of his comeback game in Racing 92's Champions Cup round of 16 match in Toulouse on Sunday.

The 32-year-old two-time World Cup winner, who was replaced at flanker by Ibrahim Diallo, appeared to have injured his right ankle.Kolisi, who joined Racing after last year's World Cup triumph, was making his return to competitive rugby after more than a month out following surgery on a finger in his right hand.

Toulouse welcomed back flyhalf Romain Ntamack after an eight-month lay-off which ruled him out of France's bid to win the World Cup on home soil. Who we choose to trust can have a profound impact on our lives. Join thousands of devoted South Africans who look to News24 to bring them news they can trust every day. As we celebrate 25 years, become a News24 subscriber as we strive to keep you informed, inspired and empowered.FT | Challenge Cup: Sharks 47-3 ZebreGet the Sport Report every Thursday to stay up to speed with everything you need to know in the world of sport.Yes! Siya will only be 36 at the next World Cup.

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